concept   gruel
culture   Western countries
statement   Gruel is viewed negatively and associated with poverty in Western countries.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 grocers Western countries In Western countries, grocers are typically small, independent stores that sell a variety of fresh produce, canned goods, and household items. 1
2 gruel Western countries Considered a bland or unappealing food due to historical associations with poverty and scarcity. 1
3 gruel Western cultures Considered a bland, poor-person's food in Western cultures 1
4 gruel western countries Considered a bland and unappetizing food, associated with poverty and hardship 1