I prefer white bread for my sandwiches.
white bread
idiomBread made from white flour.
She bought a loaf of white bread at the store because it is softer than whole wheat.
The chef toasted thick slices of white bread to serve alongside the rich, creamy soup.
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a little bit of bread and no cheese
Used to represent the song of the yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella).
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best thing since sliced bread
Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.
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bread and butter
That which is central or fundamental, as to one's business, survival, or income; a staple or cornerstone.
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bread and circuses
Food and entertainment provided by the state, particularly if intended to placate the people.
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bread of life
Anything which is regarded as a source or inspiration of spiritual nourishment.
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brown bread
Dead.
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burn bread
To cause something unfortunate to happen to (someone) by mentioning it; to jinx something for (someone).
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butter one's bread on both sides
To profit from two things at the same time, especially when those things seem contradictory or incompatible.