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pastry

noun

Definition of pastry

as in dessert

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Recent Examples of pastry For lunch, dig into bison chili or smoked brisket nachos at Jacobs Brewhouse and Grocer, and scope out their pastry case for fresh peach cake too. — Jacqueline Kehoe, Midwest Living, 19 Aug. 2026 Don’t forget to grab a pastel de nata – egg custard tart – from the famous pastry shop, Manteigaria. — Ann Lee, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026 The pastry chef deserves a special shout-out, too, not least for the doorstop wedge of baklava in Kafeneo. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Flaky pastry crust surrounds a flavorful filling, topped with a seasonal garnish. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pastry

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The chain also unveiled four new, limited-time drinks inspired by the Italian dessert tiramisu – a Tiramisu Cloud Latte, Tiramisu Shakin' Espresso, Tiramisu Marshmallow Matcha and a Tiramisu Protein Latte.

— Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
It‘s also, it should be noted, one of the best values at the resort for a dessert item.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of dessert

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The state’s ban on using of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds to purchase candy and soft drinks took effect July 1.

— Nathan Ansell, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026
Fiber-rich whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other plant compounds that candy generally lacks.

— Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of candy

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Russian drones hit three major distribution centers, destroying depots belonging to a toy store chain and a confectionery company, and damaging another run by an electronics retailer, the companies said.

— Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Apparel shops stock confectionery items at the checkout counter.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026

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