zestier; zestiest
: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively
a zesty sauce
zesty humor
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Examples of zesty in a Sentence
bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
Recent Examples on the Web
Strong citrus notes, particularly lemon and orange peel, add a zesty freshness.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
This scent combines the ethereal beauty of jasmine with zesty bergamot and the warmth of musk.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
With 18 flavors—from bright, zesty lemon to rich, indulgent truffle—this unique gift set turns every meal into a five-star experience (even if they’re stuck at their desk).
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2024
Bergamot takes center stage for a zesty, citrusy spark, giving it the aroma of a golden sun.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
This scent combines the ethereal beauty of jasmine with zesty bergamot and the warmth of musk.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
With 18 flavors—from bright, zesty lemon to rich, indulgent truffle—this unique gift set turns every meal into a five-star experience (even if they’re stuck at their desk).
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2024
Bergamot takes center stage for a zesty, citrusy spark, giving it the aroma of a golden sun.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for zesty
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zesty. Accessed 10 Oct. 2024.
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