1
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
the young author's novel is surprisingly earnest, tackling its subject without the slightest tang of irony
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
there's a real tang to her poetry—it's not all sweetness and light
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of tang
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
While general nostalgia tends to lean more positive emotionally, anticipatory nostalgia has more of a bittersweet tang.
—Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s a slight tang, with a distinct, earthy, malty flavor.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024
That balanced malleability is due to the fact that, instead of a full tang (a blade that runs the full length of the hand), the knife’s hollow ergonomic handle is filled with just enough sand to perfectly offset the weight of the knife blade.
—Sarah Jampel, Bon Appétit, 16 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for tang 
Noun
The homemade Buttermilk-Parmesan dressing provides the perfect tang to balance the smoky bacon and buttery croutons.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
While general nostalgia tends to lean more positive emotionally, anticipatory nostalgia has more of a bittersweet tang.
—Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s a slight tang, with a distinct, earthy, malty flavor.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024
That balanced malleability is due to the fact that, instead of a full tang (a blade that runs the full length of the hand), the knife’s hollow ergonomic handle is filled with just enough sand to perfectly offset the weight of the knife blade.
—Sarah Jampel, Bon Appétit, 16 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for tang
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
Noun
-
The signature drink is Luz Margarita, a tropical margarita with passion fruit and a hint of chili.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
-
Yet there’s a hint that the family may know Sphere and the RSN aren’t good fits.Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Prep and measure all your spices and set them aside.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
-
He’s also started to add a little spice to his game, becoming the object of the opponent’s scorn on many nights as the season moves along.Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Improved the quality of touches defenders can make on tackles.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
-
Many Floridians rely on the internet to stay in touch with family, access health care, and keep up with important information.Randy Ray, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
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
-
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
Verb
-
Erik Gustafsson’s shot clanged off the post and directly off of Alex Nedeljkovic’s back.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
-
Metro Boomin’s clanging trap beat guides their flows, shifting from icy and spartan to lush and dreamy and back.Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
May these new releases bring a glimmer of light among the darkness.Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 10 Jan. 2025
-
Art Graffiti, Through Grief and Discovery Clement Gelly There was the glimmer of possibility in stories of bolt cutters and train yards and spray cans—possibilities of disruption and liberation.Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The finish is long and sweet, with lingering herbal, earthy, orange zest and mild pepper notes.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
-
More international fare Whole Foods expects more snacks and packaging to come with a foreign zest, such as mango sticky rice chips, plantain tostones and chile-crunch edamame oil and nut mixes.Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
After losing in their 2019 clash via unanimous decision, Dern will look to settle the score.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
-
The latest Marshon Lattimore versus Mike Evans clash is on.Ben Standig, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Articles Related to tang
Thesaurus Entries Near tang
Cite this Entry
“Tang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tang. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share