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sweet corn
noun
: corn of a variety (Zea mays rugosa synonym Z. m. saccharata) with soft kernels containing a high percentage of sugar
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The event brings together some of the region’s top chefs for an eight-course meal that will include such dishes as shellfish chowder, Brussel sprout salad, sesame sweet chili salmon, coffee rubbed pork loin, braised short rib and sweet corn risotto.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025
With amazing flavors from tender sautéed okra, sweet corn, Cajun spices, and buttery garlic breadcrumbs, this casserole is like a little taste of sunshine.
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
This bourbon exhibits dark chocolate, stone fruit, and sweet corn with a smoky, complex finish.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
At Flanagan Farm, gear up for pick-your-own strawberries in the spring and delicious vegetables, like tomatoes and sweet corn in summer months.
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AFAR Media, 17 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1646, in the meaning defined above
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“Sweet corn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweet%20corn. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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sweet corn
noun
: corn with soft kernels containing a large amount of sugar
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