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ST×NLB Cross-References: Pineapple-rolling exclamation

Somehow, we don’t have a single photo in our archive depicting the pineapple-rolling ritual that Chinese people often perform when entering a new home. Please imagine this pineapple being rolled across the floor.
Somehow, we don’t have a single photo in our archive depicting the pineapple-rolling ritual that Chinese people often perform when entering a new home. Please imagine this pineapple being rolled across the floor.

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ST×NLB Cross-References: Month for starving spirits seeking sustenance

A member of the audience praying at a Hungry Ghost Festival getai show at Toa Payoh Industrial Park on Aug 20.
A member of the audience praying at a Hungry Ghost Festival getai show at Toa Payoh Industrial Park on Aug 20.

ST×NLB Cross-References: Hound’s warning sound

ST×NLB Cross-References: Strong, as kopi

There are many ways to order a cup of kopi in Singapore. What do you say if you want a strong black coffee?
There are many ways to order a cup of kopi in Singapore. What do you say if you want a strong black coffee?

ST×NLB Cross-References: Local noodle dish often eaten with only a spoon

Husband-wife duo Kotthika Chia and Dr Qian Yu serve just one dish at King of Laksa, which recently made Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list. Chopsticks are optional.
Husband-wife duo Kotthika Chia and Dr Qian Yu serve just one dish at King of Laksa, which recently made Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list. Chopsticks are optional.

ST×NLB Cross-References: Follicly challenged, colloquially

Keeping a full head of hair can be a challenge in one’s later years.
Keeping a full head of hair can be a challenge in one’s later years.

ST×NLB Cross-References: What follows @ on an NRIC

People with more than one legal name may have an @ sign on their NRICs.
People with more than one legal name may have an @ sign on their NRICs.

ST×NLB Cross-References: Koel’s call

The distinctive shrill mating call of the Asian koel is often heard in the wee hours of the morning.
The distinctive shrill mating call of the Asian koel is often heard in the wee hours of the morning.

ST×NLB Cross-References: Pandemic era app or token

During the Covid-19 pandemic, a certain app or token was required to enter many places such as shopping malls and eateries.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, a certain app or token was required to enter many places such as shopping malls and eateries.

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