zestier; zestiest
: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively
a zesty sauce
zesty humor
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Examples of zesty in a Sentence
bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
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For a citrus burst, layer it with a citrus-forward scent like Jo Malone’s Lime Basil & Mandarin for an extra zesty kick.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 May 2024
From left to right, there's a sweet yuzu vinegar, umami dashi soy sauce, and zesty sansho peppercorn miso sauce.
$36 at Cabi Foods
This signature sauce of the Portland, Oregon, eatery is a secret family recipe, and it's helped garner a cult following for the signature Thai dish.
—Lia Picard, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Dec. 2023
Here’s a sneak preview of the zesty coming attractions:
Sassy spice blends.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
Patio happy hours: Definitely go with our fun, zesty VACAY.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 30 May 2024
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 May 2024
From left to right, there's a sweet yuzu vinegar, umami dashi soy sauce, and zesty sansho peppercorn miso sauce.
$36 at Cabi Foods
This signature sauce of the Portland, Oregon, eatery is a secret family recipe, and it's helped garner a cult following for the signature Thai dish.
—Lia Picard, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Dec. 2023
Here’s a sneak preview of the zesty coming attractions:
Sassy spice blends.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
Patio happy hours: Definitely go with our fun, zesty VACAY.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 30 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for zesty
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zesty. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
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