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14 Thanksgiving Day Fails and How to Fix Them

November 08, 2023

Whether it's your first time or your 15th time hosting Thanksgiving dinner, we've gathered a list of solutions to the most common Thanksgiving Day mishaps.

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How To Fix Holiday Mishaps

A big blunder on Turkey Day doesn't have to derail the entire celebration. You can overcome spills, stained clothes and burnt food this Thanksgiving with our helpful how-to guides.

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