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also savour
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as in taste
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
a gourmet who can identify the ingredients in any dish solely by their savor
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as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
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also savour
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
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Recent Examples of savor
Alyssa Sybertz, Parents, 2 Dec. 2024
While some toddlers are early risers, others savor their sleep.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Coach Malcolm Manuel and his players are savoring the program’s return to glory.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2024
Adventurers will savor the thrills of riding a Jet Ski, steering a windsurfer, or soaring on a parasail.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
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The first year of your new baby’s life features the constant dichotomy of wanting to savor every moment while monitoring your baby’s development.
—Alyssa Sybertz, Parents, 2 Dec. 2024
While some toddlers are early risers, others savor their sleep.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Coach Malcolm Manuel and his players are savoring the program’s return to glory.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2024
Adventurers will savor the thrills of riding a Jet Ski, steering a windsurfer, or soaring on a parasail.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
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But how does Walsh apply that same approach to fashion to clients with varied tastes?Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 13 Dec. 2024
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Over the decades, certain coffee table books have become their own status symbols (including Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style), serving as signifiers of taste.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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Foxx’s ability to incorporate impressions—of celebrities like Mike Tyson, Jay Z, Katt Williams, Dave Chappelle, and even Donald Trump—into his storytelling showcased his comedic genius but also enriched the overall special.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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The deal had limited Iran's ability to enrich uranium, a process that can yield fissile material for nuclear weapons.Trevor Hunnicutt and Steve Holland, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Later, guests enjoyed a four tiered lemon fantasy and strawberry shortcake adorned with fresh florals by Cake Studio LA for dessert.Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Schröder is currently enjoying the best year of his career.Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Norton Malbec pairs well with sharp nutty cheeses like Comte, which offers a complex, nutty flavor with buttery, fruity undertones.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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But teams’ social media posts are also typically used to enhance marketing and generate fan interest, which are purposes that could cut against a fair use defense.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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To me, to create for the young generation was more important than anybody else, always aiming to enhance the uniqueness and self-expression of every woman.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
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James London, chef and co-owner of Charleston’s Chubby Fish, grew up relishing in the region’s distinct culinary traditions.Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
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Before his identification, many online had already posted their admiration for the gunman who shot Thompson, with online sleuths who relish in tracking people down showing little interest in finding the shooter’s identity.Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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