pie

Example Sentences

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A lot of folks think that is pie in the sky.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Burnham said the bid was "not pie in the sky", and there had been "promising conversations" with organisers about "bringing the tournament to a bespoke, world-class course at Hulton Park".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Miraculously, the line of people that usually snakes down Melrose yearning for a slice of chef Karla Subero Pittol’s passion lime fruit icebox pie is nonexistent today.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

Some superfans came in Publix-branded flip-flops and shirts, while others were eager to get a “pub sub” or the chain’s signature key lime pie.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Pork chops, fried chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, a trough of Caesar salad, steamed beans, fresh baked rolls, and of course sweet potato pie—all delicious, especially the pie.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith