roast

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As the show progressed, he recognized that “Queer Roast for the Straight Hosts” had become an opportunity for LGBTQ+ comedians to grow artistically and build their audience one roast at a time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Servers in traditional red clothing were seen bustling between colourfully adorned tables, where attendees dined on dishes including Beijing roast duck, pork buns and tiramisu.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

New entrees were added: fried chicken, pot roast, Swiss steak.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Drain and dry them well — this part matters — then toss with olive oil and spices and roast until they’re slightly crunchy on the outside.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

After all, he’d had a furious outburst just because he’d wanted roast beef instead of puttanesca sauce.

From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket