grilled

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The only distinguishing features were a few hurried strips of grilled chicken and a light dusting of Tony Chachere’s — not stirred into the sauce, mind you, but sprinkled on top, like an afterthought.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Live Nation Chief Executive Michael Rapino was grilled Thursday at the concert promoter’s monopolization trial, as he sought to defend the company’s ticket fees and past boasts about its dominant market share and profitability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

"I incorporated that into the appetisers so I'm doing grilled elk sliders, which I think is fun."

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

I ordered a fat carne asada burrito that came with two delicious salsas and a grilled jalapeño.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

In an East German prison, Stasi agents grilled Harry Seidel day after day.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin