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as in zest
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
a new hobby will add spice to your life
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Recent Examples of spice
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
Absinthe helps a lot with this—spice, whether from cinnamon or habanero or ginger or absinthe, tends to excuse sweetness.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
Applicants can now use AI to spice up their resumes and cover letters, receive live interview scripts and launch chatbots to submit thousands of applications almost instantly.
—Nick Duffy, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Issues with dairy products, produce, nuts, spices, and bottled water can be made online via the FDA’s Safety Reporting Portal or by calling (888) 723-3366 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time (the phone line is closed Thursdays and federal holidays).
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
Absinthe helps a lot with this—spice, whether from cinnamon or habanero or ginger or absinthe, tends to excuse sweetness.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Verb
Chili Peppers Chili peppers are known to spice up different dishes.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
Applicants can now use AI to spice up their resumes and cover letters, receive live interview scripts and launch chatbots to submit thousands of applications almost instantly.
—Nick Duffy, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spice
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In the post, Trump shared a link to the official Trump Fragrances website, where the scents can be purchased for $199.Jack Dunn, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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With scent profiles of orange and mahogany, sandalwood and eucalyptus, and fresh pine and green apple, there’s an aroma for everyone.Madison Yauger, People.com, 10 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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Malting enhances esters in the rye, producing lighter fruity notes of apple, pear, and even citrus zest.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Lemon zest adds an element of brightness to recipes.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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In 2024, the fragrance category once again outdid itself.Noor Lobad, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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The scents, unveiled this fall at the company’s new headquarters in Muscat, were developed by a quartet of some of the fragrance world’s most accomplished perfumers.Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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With all-natural ingredients and flavoring, the Blue Raspberry Delta-8 Gummies have a delicious, tangy flavor that promises a pleasant THC experience.Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 2 Dec. 2024
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Add the beans,herbs and flavorings and heat through.Frank Vaisvilas, Journal Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
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Flavor Red velvet offers a nuanced, luxurious flavor profile that entails sweet notes of vanilla balanced by a pleasant tang from the buttermilk and vinegar, all rounded out with a muted hint of cocoa.Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
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Sour cream: Adds creaminess and a slight tang to the mashed potatoes.Stacey Ballis, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
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The rye whiskey features oak, honey, and white pepper notes, balanced with caramel and fresh pine wood aromas.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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The 2018 Inglenook Cab is garnet colored with aromas of black raspberry, pencil lead, cinnamon, and blue fruits.Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2024
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The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 17 June 2024
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While there are pops of piquancy in Landon’s script, her direction and the performances (with the exception of Woodard) fail to inspire much more than a shrug.Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
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“Spice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spice. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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