cans
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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His deep voice made the tin cans dance on the shelves.
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Add two cans of white beans and a splash of stock.
From Salon
Commerce Department believe the tariffs are hurting consumers by raising prices for goods containing metal products, such as auto parts and food and drink cans, the FT report said, citing people familiar with the matter.
From MarketWatch
“Fine, if you’re going to be hysterical,” he said, and marched to the row of garbage cans.
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Maya-Jade was looking at him, holding two sweating cans of soda in her hand, waiting for his answer, her expression wavering between hurt and hope.
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