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diet

Pronunciation: [/ˈdaɪət/]

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diet: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use diet in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) a special course of food to which a person restricts themselves, either to lose weight or for medical reasons.

Example

She started a diet to lose some weight before her wedding.

Example

He ignored his doctor's advice and continued eating an unhealthy diet.

Example

Have you ever tried a diet to improve your health?

Context: “food”

(noun) the foods habitually eaten by a person, community, or other group that may influence their health or weight.

Example

She follows a vegetarian diet, not eating any meat products.

Example

The fast food diet of many people leads to obesity and health problems.

Example

What type of diet do you think is best for overall health?

Context: “reducing food intake”

(verb) to restrict oneself to small amounts or special kinds of food in order to lose weight or improve health.

Example

She decided to diet to fit into her old jeans again.

Example

He refused to diet and continued eating unhealthy foods.

Example

Do you think it's necessary to diet to be healthy?

How to pronounce diet

Pronunciation: [/ˈdaɪət/]

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