fats

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"Humans evolved to seek out and store energy-dense fats and sugars to survive periods of scarcity, leading us to crave high-calorie junk food," he added.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Darling is one of a handful of companies turning animal fats, cooking oil, and food waste into diesel, jet fuel, fertilizer, and feedstock.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“In summary, as part of heart-healthy dietary patterns, nontropical plant sources of fat should be used as part of food preparation in place of animal fats and tropical oils.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

It’s widely accepted that eating whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and lean proteins supports health and reduces the risk of many diseases.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

For example, they have higher levels of polyunsaturated fats instead of monounsaturated fats.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan