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What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?
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Chips taken from someone else's plate were rated as tastier because of the thrill of stealing them!
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  • flavouring A substance that gives food or drink a particular taste. Vanilla flavouring makes the cake taste sweet and yummy.
  • collaboration Working together with others to create something. The artists' collaboration resulted in a beautiful mural.
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