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on a platter
: without effort : very easily
can have the presidency on a platter—
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large platters of hot turkey and ham
The chicken platter comes with fries and coleslaw.
She ordered the seafood platter.
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All are hoppy and not too heavy—perfect for pairing with game day apps, a burger, or a platter of wings.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 14 Jan. 2025
Transfer to a large platter, and sprinkle evenly with orange segments and remaining 1/4 cup each cherries, almonds, and cheese.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
Try It With: Mezze platters or flatbreads for a Mediterranean twist.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, transfer the vegetables and pan juices to a platter.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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Sarah Felbin, SELF, 14 Jan. 2025
Transfer to a large platter, and sprinkle evenly with orange segments and remaining 1/4 cup each cherries, almonds, and cheese.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
Try It With: Mezze platters or flatbreads for a Mediterranean twist.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, transfer the vegetables and pan juices to a platter.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Platter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/platter. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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platter
noun
plat·ter
ˈplat-ər 
1
: a large plate used especially for serving meat
2
: a phonograph record
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