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ingredient

[in-gree-dee-uhnt] / ɪnˈgri di ənt /


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While praising the VA for reserving the contract for businesses owned by disabled veterans, Sherin said the plan lacks the ingredient he views as most important.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The company says it is confident in its food safety protocols and acted quickly to fix the problem, which was tied to a quality issue in an ingredient from a supplier.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The median cost of a chicken entree is $28—more than fish and shellfish entrees, both $25, despite chicken being a lower cost ingredient, according to the firm’s 2026 data.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Because she had not yet developed diabetes, the retired 69-year-old was prescribed Wegovy for weight loss rather than its sister drug, Ozempic – both of which contain the active ingredient semaglutide.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Mom made ham with her not-so-secret ingredient of brown sugar, and all the traditional sides are spread across the table.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson




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