Meaning of sometimes food | Babel Free

Definitions

A food that should be eaten in moderation.

informal

Examples

“Put⟳ pictures of “sometimes foods” in some of the student bags. Tell⟳ the students that if they have⟳ a “sometimes food” in their bags or receive⟳ one in a trade⟳, ...”

“While the mandarins in this recipe are amazingly healthy little packages of antioxidants and polymethoxylated flavonesxxvii, the refined sugar content makes these cupcakes a sometimes food.”

“So make⟳ it your goal to eat⟳ mostly whole foods and relegate anything in a package to a sometimes food.”

“In 2005, it was reported that Cookie Monster would start⟳ eating a more healthful diet. Instead of his signature song, “C is for Cookie”, he would now sing⟳ “Cookie is a Sometimes Food.””

“As a “sometimes” food, sure, but for a cleaner, more everyday version that offers ...”

“As you know⟳, junk food is a 'sometimes' food.”

“Yes, it's a 'sometimes food' and when executed properly it will bring⟳ on a devilish cheeky grin that ought to be reserved for other naughtiness.”

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