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It was Shawna's turn to order at the counter. She started to order her cheeseburger but paused when she noticed they had added a new item. She had to stop and think if she wanted to try the new veggie burger. It sounded good! She decided to stick with her original order.
to make a brief stop or delay; wait; hesitate:
If you work at a fast-food restaurant, it is important to be accurate when you are putting a customer's food in their bag. You need to be sure to give them the right food. Don't forget any items. This will keep the customers happy!
free from error or defect; consistent with a standard, rule, or model; precise; exact
How do many fast-food restaurants do you see on your route to school? Some people see zero while some people see ten or more. It all depends on where you live, and how you get to school. If you drive on busy roads, you will see more than if you walk to school through a neighborhood.
a customary or regular line of passage or travel:
Fast food is often served in paper bags. This method works for people on the move. People heading to work already have a lot to carry and so do busy parents. Keeping the food together in one bag is the best way to carry it all.
a procedure or process for attaining an object:
When you order fast food, do you consider how healthy your order is? Do you think about the toppings on your burger or the size of your fries? There are lots of ways to make healthier choices at fast-food restaurants. Smaller sizes and healthier toppings are great choices.
to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on:
How do you like your french fries cooked? Some people like them cut thick and some like them thin. Some people like crispy french fries and some people like them softer. What is your opinion? Which fast-food restaurant has your favorite fries?
a personal view, attitude, or appraisal
Trying to eat healthy can be difficult at times. When you are always busy and on the go, you might not have time to cook a healthy meal. Eating fast food occasionally is okay but try not to eat it all the time. Balance is key in keeping a healthy diet.
at times; from time to time; now and then.
A big obstacle many parents face when feeding their kids is time. Many kids have after-school activities like clubs and sports. This means that parents are driving around instead of having time to cook. Fast food is often the answer to their problem.
something that impedes progress or achievement
The next time you are at your favorite fast-food restaurant, examine the menu. Have they added any new menu items? Some restaurants are adding healthier choices to their menus. Look carefully, and your might find something you'd like to try.
to inspect or scrutinize carefully:
Many fast-food restaurants are increasing the number of healthy options on their menus. It used to be hard to find a salad on a fast-food menu, but now most places have the option. They also have more healthy menu items. This makes it easier to get healthy foods on the go.
growing larger or greater; enlarging; augmenting.
In big cities, you can see fast-food restaurants on almost every corner. They stand out with their bright signs and colors. The menus are large, but don't always have much variety. You will see a lot of the same foods at many of the restaurants. Most places have hamburgers and french fries.
a number of different types of things, especially ones in the same general category:
When you eat too much fast food, you might not feel your best. Fried and fatty foods served at fast-food restaurants can make you feel sluggish. Make sure to eat a healthy balance of foods. This will help you have energy and stay awake in class.
averse to activity or exertion
Mila needed to take a day off work for her doctor's appointment. She looked at the shift schedule on the wall at McDonalds. She saw her friend Jay was also working next week. She asked him if he would switch shifts with her.
a plan of procedure, usually written, for a proposed objective, especially with reference to the sequence of and time allotted for each item or operation necessary to its completion:
Jayden and Ben met up at Taco Bell after school. They were going to see who could eat the most tacos in 10 minutes. Jayden was sure he was going to win the competition. In the end, Ben won by eating 6 tacos in 10 minutes.
the act of competing; rivalry for supremacy, a prize, etc
Naomi was planning her best friend's birthday lunch. She wanted to be sure she purchased enough food for everyone coming. She only had 30 dollars to spend, so she chose a fast-food restaurant. This way, she could buy enough food for everyone, at a lower cost.
acquire (something) by paying for it; buy
Jameson started a Healthy Kids Club at Westbrook Middle School. He wanted to influence students to make better food choices. The club made posters to hang around the school. They wanted to show kids how much sugar they were eating. The posters also included healthier options.
the power or capacity of causing an effect in indirect or intangible ways