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About Words Borrowed From Food
Give your memory a workout with Words Borrowed From Food: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. English is peppered with food-related words used in surprising non-food contexts. How well do you know these tasty expressions? Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. If something is described as 'half-baked', what does it mean?
Answer: Not fully thought through
2. What does 'bringing home the bacon' mean?
Answer: Earning a living
3. If someone is described as 'salty', what does it mean in modern slang?
Answer: They are upset or bitter
4. What does 'a tough cookie' describe?
Answer: A strong, determined person
5. If a plan 'goes pear-shaped', what has happened?
Answer: It went wrong
Frequently asked questions
How long does Words Borrowed From Food take?
Most players finish Words Borrowed From Food in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Words Borrowed From Food?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
Can I print Words Borrowed From Food?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Words Borrowed From Food fits comfortably in one sitting.
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