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granny

[gran-ee] / ˈgræn i /


NOUN
grandmother
Synonyms
NOUN
old lady
Synonyms


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Finnriver makes this sparkling semi-dry cider from high-acid organic apples, including Granny Smith and Pink Lady.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025

She recommends a site called Gift Card Granny, which sells gift cards up to 10% off their typical price from retailers.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 12, 2025

“She is already so adored and I’m incredibly blessed to be a Granny once again. So proud of Edo, Beatrice and the rest of my little 5-a-side team!”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2025

The character, married to Granny Pig and the father of Mummy Pig and Aunt Dottie, was referred to as "Papa Ig" by his young grandson George.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2024

Compared to being punished for kissing a mill girl, being in mourning for Granny had been like a picnic up at Tallulah Falls.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns




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