gravy

noun

ˈgrā-vē How to pronounce gravy (audio)
Definition of gravynext
1
as in sauce
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish order a large serving of fries with extra gravy

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2
as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed you only pay for three CDs; the fourth one they give you is just gravy

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Recent Examples of gravy Whether any scoring chances materialize, that’s gravy. — Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025 Available in paté recipes featuring beef, chicken, tuna or salmon, each capped with savory gravy. — Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 Some of these deals include two eggs any style, a turkey club sandwich, biscuits and gravy, a hot dog, bratwurst, a chicken salad sandwich, a chipotle chicken sandwich, a pancake combo and a cheeseburger combo. — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025 New dishes include steak and eggs ($29), a hot honey chicken biscuit ($12), a veggie hash ($14) and biscuits and gravy ($10). — Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gravy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravy
  1. sauce
  2. bonus
  3. dividend
  4. gift
  5. contribution
  6. tip
Noun
  • The fried chicken chain is offering a new Dunk It Bucket, which includes two Original Recipe Tenders, one individual size of Secret Recipe Fries, five Mashed Potato Poppers, and your choice of three KFC sauces for $7.
    — Moná Thomas, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The all-day menu fuses Mediterranean and Asian flavors, highlighting Malagasy ingredients (think giant trevally served with XO sauce).
    — Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of sauce
Noun
  • And on this perfect Sunday morning that teased of approaching spring — complete with the first swan sighting of the season — catching a pike or two would be a bonus.
    — Brad Dokken, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2025
  • First, start by applying the BetMGM bonus code NEWSWEEK1500 during the registration process to lock in the offer.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of bonus
Noun
  • Well, what its dividend giveth, its share price taketh away—and then some!
    — Brett Owens, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Other stocks that made Morgan Stanley’s list of potential dividend initiators include Deckers Outdoor , Veeva Systems , Arista Networks and UiPath .
    — Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of dividend
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  • Even with its luxury focus, Laura Lendrum, CEO of Printemps America, said the store mixes in more approachable items for tourists or aspirational shoppers who may stop by for a cup of coffee or browse for a $50 gift.
    — Melissa Repko, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
  • For example, payments made through a third-party network for a birthday or holiday or wedding gifts; for sharing the cost of a car ride or meal; or for paying a family member or roommate for a household bill aren’t taxable.
    — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of gift
Noun
  • This festival is a nod to the Canada–Netherlands relationship and actually started when the Netherlands sent commemorative tulips to Canada as a gesture for their contributions to the liberation of the Netherlands during World War II as well as for hosting the Dutch royal family who were in exile.
    — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of contribution
Noun
  • This set includes needle tips and cables of different sizes, allowing knitters to customize their tools for specific patterns, plus yarn, accessories and a stylish case to store it in – all for less than $30.
    — Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The president’s promise to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security will augment that number.
    — Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of tip

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