as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
recipes for a zingy meal that is sure to wow your guests
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Recent Examples of zingy
Up Hugh Grant, Heretic The consensus from those who attended last weekend’s Governors Awards was that Grant brought down the house with a zingy speech introducing honorary Oscar winner Richard Curtis.
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Nate Jones, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Finish with citrus: Impart a fresh, zingy taste by adding lemon or lime juice right at the end.
—Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
Genre tropes abound, including an arch, profane narrator; a zingy, believable enemies-to-lovers plot; and a cliffhanger-rich structure.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024
Instead, a blush-pink broth—silky and luscious—boasts a range of complex flavors: tangy pickled fennel, meaty maitake mushrooms, and hints of zingy ginger completely steal the show.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
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Nate Jones, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Finish with citrus: Impart a fresh, zingy taste by adding lemon or lime juice right at the end.
—Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
Genre tropes abound, including an arch, profane narrator; a zingy, believable enemies-to-lovers plot; and a cliffhanger-rich structure.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024
Instead, a blush-pink broth—silky and luscious—boasts a range of complex flavors: tangy pickled fennel, meaty maitake mushrooms, and hints of zingy ginger completely steal the show.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zingy
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In 2018, PepsiCo ran a single ad that touted a new spicy iteration of Doritos and a new lemon-lime variant of Mountain Dew.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Jan. 2025
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There's plenty of spicy mustard, mango and lime-avocado puree to soak it all up.Megan Stringer, Axios, 2 Jan. 2025
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For example, a citrusy strain like Lemon Haze pairs beautifully with zesty appetizers, while an earthy strain like Granddaddy Purple complements hearty or spiced dishes.Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024
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Bring this dish to the family potluck and let the snap peas shine with a sweet honey and zesty lemon dressing.Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
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The Right Word is not so much to be consulted as to be read and savored by those who remember the early days of NR and the piquant personality behind it.William Voegeli, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
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When a film is particularly geographically piquant, a compliment soon follows that the city itself feels like a character.Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
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Delicata squash offers an edible skin that's delicious after roasting.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
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Among the favorite menu items are the Figgy Jam Grilled Cheese, Llama Cuban, and a delicious pork barbecue sandwich called The King.Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2025
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The pungent smoke rising above the burning apartment now looked like an innocent cloud.Teju Cole, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sunday's potential Super Bowl preview between the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions is primed to showcase two of the NFL's most pungent offenses.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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The salty ocean that lurks under the icy shell of this moon is believed to be one of the most probable places in the solar system to discover simple alien life.Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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Grapes are not only a wonderful alternative to sweets but also make a great substitute for salty sides like fries.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Zingy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zingy. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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