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fodder

noun

Definition of fodder

as in feed

material provided to sustain or nourish The farmer used grain as fodder for his livestock.

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Recent Examples of fodder But the film hardly even merits such empty pastiche, and there’s little else to distinguish it from much cheap-and-cheerful streaming fodder in this genre space. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 Plus, PinkPantheress served a matchy-matchy boho hair moment plus transition blush gave us plenty of fodder for fall beauty inspiration. — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026 Just as likely to draw attention are their style choices, which are closely observed in fashion circles and are frequent fodder for social media. — ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026 That first week, Nevermind was surrounded by quintessential 1991 chart fodder by the Judds, Phil Collins, Ziggy Marley, Sting, and the Pretty Woman soundtrack. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fodder

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Noun

But the clips are inescapable on my Instagram feed, and the science gaffes seem … real bad.

— Brittany Trang, STAT, 7 Oct. 2026
Melting snow and glacial ice feed the Kabul River, which cuts through the city, and recharge aquifers, which form the backbone of the city’s water system, supplying 80% of residents.

— Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of feed

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Exec produced by Sylvester Stallone and filmed in British Columbia, the show challenges ordinary people to survive alone in an unforgiving wilderness with no training, no supplies, and no contact with the outside world.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026
With the ability to hold a 74-ton payload and over 1,600 square feet of deck space, the SSC provides optimal room to transport supplies, vehicles—including up to four Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicles (ARVs)—and equipment to shorelines.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of supplies

Noun

Each of the elements these folks have contributed, whether a dedicated musical score, meticulous floral arrangements, or a global food profile, has merged to make this project feel singular and special.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
The store sells PetSmart’s typical pet supply offerings — including food, bedding and accessories for animals — and offers grooming and adoption services.

— Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of food

Noun

If Klapper cannot remove those provisions independently, the suit said, then the entire legislation could be struck down.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026
Start your day at The Pantry On Main, a Main Street breakfast and lunch spot with go-to provisions, before heading out for a hike or stroll.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of provisions

Noun

Garlic confit, turkey deli meat, pickles, jalapeño marinade, pesto and an unknown sauce were held past seven days in the walk-in cooler.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
Holiday weekends such as the Fourth of July often bring an influx of non-Latino customers searching for grilling meats and competitive prices.

— Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026

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