as in spicy
having a powerfully stimulating odor or flavor
a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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Recent Examples of tangy
This hearty green chili gets a warming kick from jalapeno and poblano peppers and tangy tomatillos.
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Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
The director adorns the screen with tangy touches of design—clothing and umbrellas in mellow primary colors, muted lighting that evokes alternative worlds with a shadowlike evanescence—but these visual tones are wasted on settings that feel as generic and stereotyped as A.I. imagery.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
The tangy ceviche rojo is a plate of octopus, shrimp, whitefish, cilantro, red onion and jalapeños, with crispy tostadas, meant for sharing.
—John Mariani, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Of course, no holiday table is complete without the real stars: Our top-line Thanksgiving side dishes include buttery dinner rolls for soaking up gravy, tangy green beans, and golden cornbread stuffing.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Sep. 2025
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Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
The director adorns the screen with tangy touches of design—clothing and umbrellas in mellow primary colors, muted lighting that evokes alternative worlds with a shadowlike evanescence—but these visual tones are wasted on settings that feel as generic and stereotyped as A.I. imagery.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
The tangy ceviche rojo is a plate of octopus, shrimp, whitefish, cilantro, red onion and jalapeños, with crispy tostadas, meant for sharing.
—John Mariani, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Of course, no holiday table is complete without the real stars: Our top-line Thanksgiving side dishes include buttery dinner rolls for soaking up gravy, tangy green beans, and golden cornbread stuffing.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tangy
Adjective
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Le Monde Gourmand's warm yet spicy scent, with hints of nutmeg, sandalwood and musk, is the perfect aroma for sweater weather.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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People with acid reflux, IBD, or celiac disease may need to avoid spicy foods despite potential health benefits.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The pungent smell of weed pervaded the arena as YoungBoy performed an eclectic set, showcasing the breadth of songs in his catalog.—
Jayson Buford,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
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By definition, herbs are the pungent leafy portions of certain plants, while spices are derived from seeds, fruits, flowers, or roots.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Nothing beats a delicious meal that comes together in one pot while delivering maximum flavor with minimal cleanup.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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Besides the delicious sandwiches, the mango and papaya parfait was particularly delightful and light, and the chocolate cake came adored with a pink butterfly.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tangy. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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