nutmeg

Example Sentences

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Nutmeg was once so valuable that, in 1667, the Dutch traded Manhattan for Pulau Rhun, a tiny isle in Indonesia where it was grown.

From New York Times • Feb. 11, 2024

Nutmeg: I enjoy nutmeg and use a heavy hand when measuring.

From Salon • Nov. 9, 2023

Mr Hungerford co-founded the investment platform Nutmeg in 2011.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2023

Costa Mesa firefighters put out the fire on Nutmeg Place, and a subsequent analysis of evidence showed that the glass container contained gasoline.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2023

On the ride home from the mall, Mom says, “I can’t believe Nutmeg ate Jason’s card.”

From "Rules" by Cynthia Lord