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- adjective Alternative spelling of
meat and potatoes .
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Examples
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"We have had real, fundamental results in the investments we've made in the meat-and-potatoes approach to women's empowerment that gets them in school, keeps them healthy and gradually gets them to have economic opportunity," Thier said.
In Afghanistan, U.S. shifts strategy on women's rights as it eyes wider priorities 2011
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Some days I think being a foodie is no more than a glorified version of our meat-and-potatoes humanity -- fancified with pancetta and foccacia, or pork belly and polenta.
Anna Brones: 5 Ways To Embrace The Breakfast For Dinner Food Trend Anna Brones 2012
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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In the heart of the Midtown meat-and-potatoes district, Sprig brings a Northern California flare to the neighborhood staple, along with an array of fresh soups, sandwiches, salads and pastas for those seeking lighter fare.
A Twist in Midtown 2011
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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Lois Berkowitz , a 20-marathon-a-year runner and vegetarian, is married to Gary, a meat-and-potatoes eater who doesn't exercise at all.
A Workout Ate My Marriage Kevin Helliker 2011
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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A hardcore meat-and-potatoes girl, after two weeks, my resolve waned.
Shannon Wentworth: Do a Little... A Lot Shannon Wentworth 2011
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