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Instead, the timing, cause and depth of recessions may be attributable to a series of unfortunate events, to borrow the title of Daniel Handler’s Lemony Snicket books.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Lemony desserts are a fresher alternative to chocolate eggs.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2023

Lemony bucatini blackened with squid ink and tossed with sweet scallops sees the most action from my fork, and I appreciate the light crunch from toasted breadcrumbs.

From Washington Post • Jan. 24, 2023

Lemony, garlicky shrimp cooks up extra quick in the air fryer — perfect over a bed of noodles.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2022

My sister dug through her backpack and took out a bottle of Gatorade, some bug spray, a Lemony Snicket book, and a flashlight.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen