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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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2
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
Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Attendees will have the opportunity to dance to live big band music, explore the Athenaeum’s stunning art collection, and savor a variety of culinary delights, including hors d’oeuvres and a buffet dinner provided by Pronto Catering by Giuseppe.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
For now, the Bucks will savor the fact that one of their early-season gambles has paid off in a big way.
—Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
That’s why Kelce is savoring his favorite time of the season: the playoffs.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2025
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Restaurants like Amos Mosquito’s in Atlantic Beach also showcase local, eco-friendly ingredients, allowing visitors to savor every bit of the coast’s flavors in the best way possible.
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—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Attendees will have the opportunity to dance to live big band music, explore the Athenaeum’s stunning art collection, and savor a variety of culinary delights, including hors d’oeuvres and a buffet dinner provided by Pronto Catering by Giuseppe.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
For now, the Bucks will savor the fact that one of their early-season gambles has paid off in a big way.
—Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
That’s why Kelce is savoring his favorite time of the season: the playoffs.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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This may have been the best one yet, giving Davis a taste of his own medicine.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Regardless of your particular tastes in Cochran covers, MacMahon hopes a deeper message comes through the film about dedication and perseverance.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Plus, its soothing formula—which is soap-free, meaning no harsh surfactants of any kind in this formula—is enriched with moisturizing glycerin.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2025
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Learn how to cultivate, maintain, and utilize a variety of herbs to enhance your health and enrich your culinary experiences.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The museum tells the stories of Austen’s novels, and visitors can enjoy an afternoon tea in the traditional tearoom upstairs.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Over the next few years, van de Wall enjoyed the lifestyle expected of an EDM hitmaker.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Rolling Stone,
20 Feb. 2025
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Like the building, the Grande Cuvée combines tradition and modernity to stunning effect: The resulting dram—renowned for its complex layers of flavor and long-lasting finish—can command $1,000 a bottle on the secondary market.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
22 Feb. 2025
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The brewers, including the ones from the suburbs, brought unique flavors to a wider audience.—
Kaitlin Mikrut,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Everyone capable of helping with air defense must work to enhance the protection of human life.—
Joe Edwards,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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The list includes: enhancing risk management by anticipating legal issues and providing proactive advice, fostering a culture of compliance by embracing technology, and developing a crisis management plan.—
Mark A. Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Remember how earnestly the players relished the competition?—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2025
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If his monologue was any indication, Trump relished the chance to claim the country’s attention, particularly in a space that had previously treated him with such disdain.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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