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
The ingredients were fresh and the balance of tangy citrus notes and fiery spices made for an unforgettable meal.
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Deeya Sonalkar,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
Native to South America, one sniff of the zesty, tangy fruit transports you to a lush, tropical oasis with bright growing greens and clear blue waters.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
This copycat recipe stars crunchy cabbage and carrots in a sweet-yet-tangy dressing.
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Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
To serve a crowd, mix up a concentrate with plenty of tangy lime juice, Worcestershire, and Cholula for a jolt of heat.
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Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tangy
Deeya Sonalkar,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
Native to South America, one sniff of the zesty, tangy fruit transports you to a lush, tropical oasis with bright growing greens and clear blue waters.
—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
This copycat recipe stars crunchy cabbage and carrots in a sweet-yet-tangy dressing.
—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
To serve a crowd, mix up a concentrate with plenty of tangy lime juice, Worcestershire, and Cholula for a jolt of heat.
—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tangy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tangy
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Wild Arugula While standard arugula may be part of many reasonably priced salad mixes, the deliciously spicy, dainty wild arugula fetches premium prices of $4 to $6 for a 5-ounce bunch.
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Modales leans into cold-hardy grapes varieties like blaufränkisch, the spicy Austrian red variety that has become a favorite by-the-glass pour at Ox Bar.
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
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Cherry trees showcase beautiful blooms in the spring and produce delicious fruit in late spring and early summer.
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The spinach and feta pastry was delicious, salty enough from the cheese filling and not too heavy.
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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tangy. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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