butter lightly

Frequency: 6.26.8 per million words

To apply a small amount of butter.

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Examples (10)

  • To keep it healthy, butter the toast lightly.
  • She prefers her scones lightly buttered and served with jam.
  • He lightly buttered the corn on the cob before grilling it.
  • Before baking, you should lightly butter the pan to prevent sticking.
  • I will just lightly butter the bread for the sandwiches.
  • Lightly buttering the vegetables adds a subtle richness.
  • Could you please butter my toast lightly?
  • The recipe calls for a sheet of lightly buttered parchment paper.
  • For the appetizer, we served crackers that were lightly buttered and salted.
  • The croissant should be lightly buttered while it's still warm.