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Recent Examples of puckery
As the base for a marinade and grilling sauce, passion fruit's puckery tartness—think mango and pineapple with a slightly sour kick—is an ideal complement to rich, buttery shellfish.
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Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2022
Their recipe combines silky texture, puckery tartness and richness (courtesy of olive oil) in every bite.
—Ben Mimscooking Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2022
Tropical mango and guava layer under red cherry, berry, and orange peel flavors, with a minerally salinity emerging with pithy, puckery lime zest on a beautifully long and intense finish.
—Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report, 13 May 2022
The curd will stay fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks and adds a puckery sweetness to simple breakfasts like pancakes or a piece of toast long after the dutch baby is eaten up.
—Magdalena O'Neal, Sunset Magazine, 25 Feb. 2022
Hibiscus can be astringent, and many temper its puckery qualities with sugar to a cloying effect.
—Washington Post, 6 Aug. 2021
Beautiful citrus leans a little exotic, with puckery lemon zest balancing a creamy finish.
—Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report, 5 July 2021
The Passion Fruit release in their Frucht series is downright puckery.
—Matthew Kronsberg, WSJ, 10 Mar. 2021
The roll-up goes into the fryer and voilà — a next-level spin on 'Minnesota sushi' that hits all the crispy, creamy, salty and puckery notes.
—Sharyn Jackson, Star Tribune, 19 Feb. 2021
Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2022
Their recipe combines silky texture, puckery tartness and richness (courtesy of olive oil) in every bite.
—Ben Mimscooking Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2022
Tropical mango and guava layer under red cherry, berry, and orange peel flavors, with a minerally salinity emerging with pithy, puckery lime zest on a beautifully long and intense finish.
—Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report, 13 May 2022
The curd will stay fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks and adds a puckery sweetness to simple breakfasts like pancakes or a piece of toast long after the dutch baby is eaten up.
—Magdalena O'Neal, Sunset Magazine, 25 Feb. 2022
Hibiscus can be astringent, and many temper its puckery qualities with sugar to a cloying effect.
—Washington Post, 6 Aug. 2021
Beautiful citrus leans a little exotic, with puckery lemon zest balancing a creamy finish.
—Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report, 5 July 2021
The Passion Fruit release in their Frucht series is downright puckery.
—Matthew Kronsberg, WSJ, 10 Mar. 2021
The roll-up goes into the fryer and voilà — a next-level spin on 'Minnesota sushi' that hits all the crispy, creamy, salty and puckery notes.
—Sharyn Jackson, Star Tribune, 19 Feb. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puckery
Adjective
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When steak and red wine get together, the astringent and moist qualities strike a balance and create an enjoyable sensation.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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The curds remove any bitter and astringent notes and leave a supple texture and clean flavor.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Smokey, tangy, and subtly sweet—the overall flavor somehow captures the essence of a warm, breezy evening on the beach.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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These items make their return from 2024, but does this sweet and tangy combination work together?—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Because the Blackened Ranch is probably a zesty upgrade to that combination.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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Crafted with smooth Jameson whiskey, this drink is elegantly garnished with a twist of orange peel, adding a zesty aroma that perfectly complements the rich flavors.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This nachos recipe is inspired by that fan-favorite meal and loaded with queso, spiced beef, cilantro-lime rice, pungent Cotija, and fresh pico all atop a bed of crispy tortilla chips.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2025
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Conversely, increase the brew time for a more pungent taste and more components like theanine.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Puckery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puckery. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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