as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
dumped in more spices to add some zest to the marinade
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Recent Examples of zest
What really draws me in are the subtle notes of cinnamon, clove, and vanilla, topped off with a hint of orange zest for freshness.
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Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Sprinkle with oregano leaves, lemon zest, nutmeg, and additional salt and pepper.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
Transfer the cucumber to a medium bowl, and add the yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and stir to combine.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, ancho chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
—Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
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Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Sprinkle with oregano leaves, lemon zest, nutmeg, and additional salt and pepper.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
Transfer the cucumber to a medium bowl, and add the yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and stir to combine.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, ancho chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
—Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zest
spice
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The New Extraction Economy Early colonial powers extracted gold, spices and resources from distant lands while giving little back to local communities.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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One of my favorites was Seta su Luminara, which features modern Italian cuisine from Fabio Trabocchi, including an eight-course tasting menu inspired by the spice-trading history of Venice that comes at extra cost.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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