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honeydew

[huhn-ee-doo, -dyoo] / ˈhʌn iˌdu, -ˌdju /


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Dan informed me that the shirt wasn’t green but honeydew.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

Cantaloupe and honeydew are both delicious, I am not casting shade on either, but there is nothing finer — or more hydrating, or more delicious — than watermelon.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2024

“These invasive insects feed on the sap of grapevines, while also leaving behind a sticky honeydew residue on the clusters and leaves.”

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 13, 2024

Ants will protect aphids in order to feast on the sticky honeydew that they produce.

From Seattle Times Feb. 29, 2024

At a Catholic orphanage, he hauls out leftover boxes of honeydew melon, oranges, and bread.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario




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