grilling

[US]/'griliŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a cooking method that involves cooking food on a grill
v. questioning or interrogating someone in a thorough or intense manner

Phrases & Collocations

grilling outdoors

Example Sentences

He's grilling out there in the midday sun.

In broiling or grilling, the food is cooked directly over a very hot flame.

When grilling outdoors, cook an extra entrée to heat later in the week. Undercook the second meal just slightly so it will be perfect when reheated.

I enjoy grilling vegetables on the barbecue.

He is grilling the meat to perfection.

Grilling seafood is a popular cooking method.

She is grilling the chef about the recipe.

They are grilling the witness in court.

Grilling is a common way to cook outdoors.

The detective is grilling the suspect for information.

Grilling the steak over an open flame gives it a delicious flavor.

She is grilling him on his knowledge of the subject.

Grilling chicken is a quick and easy way to prepare a meal.

Real-world Examples

Tom, the cops were really grilling me.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 5

Yes, I use it when I'm grilling on the deck.

Source: Grandparents' Vocabulary Lesson

The White House technology chief got a grilling at a House hearing on Capitol Hill

Source: AP Listening November 2013 Collection

So Oyster Rockefeller just needs grilling and gratinating.

Source: Gourmet Base

When you're barbequing, you are grilling.

Source: Engvid Super Teacher Selection

He was grilling the teacher about AP English prep.

Source: Billions Season 1

The election is still a year away and the SPD wanted to spare its candidate a prolonged grilling.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

And you can do that by grilling and by roasting.

Source: Connection Magazine

There is a difference between grilling and barbecuing.

Source: Connection Magazine

We are grilling up some veggie burgers made with black beans.

Source: VOA Slow English - Word Stories

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