peanuts
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Perhaps the most popular character is the beagle Snoopy, Charlie Brown's dog, who is often accompanied by his feathered friend, Woodstock.
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One day Mother came in from a walk with a handkerchief full of peanuts bought from a street vendor.
From Literature
Both leaders had famously tough childhoods -- Lee worked in a sweatshop to support his family, while Lula dropped out of school to sell peanuts and shine shoes.
From Barron's
Both leaders famously clawed their way to the top from unlikely beginnings -- Lee worked in a sweatshop to support his family, while Lula dropped out of school to sell peanuts and shine shoes.
From Barron's
They’re coated with a sweet glaze that tastes like peanuts and honey.
From Literature
She used it to toss peanuts at the squirrels.
From Literature
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