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Lower case for burrito dressing.

Posted By: Lenny on 2009-03-22
In Reply to: burrito dressing - Sarah

Subject: Lower case for burrito dressing.

It is not a brand name; therefore, it would not be capitalized. It is a descriptive term for a type of dressing that is wrapped like a burrito.


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