spoon of

Frequency: 9.540.2 per million words

Used to indicate a quantity held by a spoon, often followed by a substance (e.g., a spoon of sugar).

spoonNOUN + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • Please add a spoon of sugar to my coffee.
  • The recipe requires two spoons of flour.
  • She carefully measured out a spoon of medicine for the child.
  • He prefers his tea with at least three spoons of honey.
  • Just a small spoon of salt can enhance the flavor.
  • Could you give me a spoon of that delicious homemade jam?
  • For a thicker consistency, add another spoon of cornstarch.
  • The doctor prescribed one spoon of syrup twice a day.
  • Always start with a tiny spoon of spice and adjust to taste.
  • Each serving included a generous spoon of whipped cream.