How to Use rhubarb in a Sentence

rhubarb

noun
  • The coach got into a rhubarb with the umpire.
  • Young stalks are the best, if there is such a thing with rhubarb.
    — Jeff Lowenfels, Anchorage Daily News, 14 June 2018
  • Bread is made of nuts and seeds and cakes are rhubarb or apricot.
    — Matthew Gavin Frank, Harper's Magazine, 9 Nov. 2022
  • There's no need to grab a mixing bowl for this easy rhubarb dessert.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2024
  • Left on the kitchen counter were cut up limes and rhubarb custard pie.
    — Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 14 June 2026
  • The juice’s fresh notes of pear and rhubarb uplift any deep, earthy scent.
    — Kayla Greaves, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
  • Choose red stem rhubarb instead of green for the look and taste of this galette.
    — Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 21 May 2025
  • Set a fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl and pour in rhubarb and its cooking juices.
    — Beth Kracklauer, WSJ, 6 Feb. 2020
  • Aromas of wild berry, rhubarb, and hints of grapefruit and peach.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Top each serving of pudding with some of the rhubarb and a nice pouf of cream.
    — Jessica Battilana, SFChronicle.com, 12 June 2020
  • These sweet bakes make the most of in-season berries, rhubarb and citrus.
    — Victoria Caruso, Washington Post, 26 Apr. 2026
  • If the rhubarb still seems thick, cut lengthwise into ¼-inch-wide strips.
    — Michaela Bechler, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2018
  • Add the rhubarb and its juices to the pan, then pour in 3 Tbsp.
    — Christian Reynoso, Bon Appétit, 26 May 2022
  • As this area gets closer to a large cedar tree, the rhubarb has started to die out.
    — oregonlive, 29 Nov. 2019
  • Remove any tough leaves or rind and steam or simmer for a tart, rhubarb-like taste.
    — The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping, 3 Apr. 2017
  • One standout in the bunch is the rhubarb wine, which is well balanced and easy to drink.
    — OregonLive.com, 18 Jan. 2018
  • It's infused with cardamom and topped with rhubarb ice, basil, olive oil and sea salt.
    — Kristen Bateman, Harper's BAZAAR, 3 Aug. 2015
  • The rhubarb stayed a bit firm, but not crisp, and was a tart compliment to these sweet berries.
    — Kim Walker, Woman's Day, 28 May 2012
  • Roast rhubarb for 10 minutes or until all the pieces are soft.
    — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 19 July 2023
  • The kids were so curious about the rhubarb in our dessert for our final class.
    — Katie Rhodes, Philly.com, 1 May 2017
  • Make this in the spring when rhubarb and strawberries are at their freshest.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2023
  • But all the singing about rhubarb appears to have done little for the plant itself.
    — Sarah Maslin Nir, New York Times, 1 June 2024
  • Mixed thoroughly, then spread on top of the berries and rhubarb in the cooker.
    — Kim Walker, Woman's Day, 28 May 2012
  • Toss the strawberries, rhubarb, sugar and lemon zest in a bowl.
    — Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, 10 Apr. 2018
  • When fresh rhubarb is in season, use it to make this sweet strawberry dump cake.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
  • The first thing that hits you is pure, unapologetic rhubarb.
    — Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 22 Jan. 2026
  • This allows the rhubarb filaments to singe and caramelize in the oven’s high heat.
    — Melissa Clark, New York Times, 31 May 2023
  • Homemade simple syrup with rhubarb gives it a sweet-tangy flavor and pink hue.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The rhubarb is an exquisite blend of sweet and tart cradled by a thin, light and flaky crust.
    — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Feb. 2024
  • The rhubarb is an exquisite blend of sweet and tart cradled by a thin, light and flaky crust.
    — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Feb. 2024

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