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as in flavor
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
I can't stand the taste of cherry-flavored cough syrup
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as in mouthful
a small piece or quantity of food
I'll just have a taste of your dessert
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as in liking
positive regard for something
trying to develop a taste for classical music
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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
by your language I can taste that something is wrong
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Recent Examples of taste
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
In the other direction, Satwa and Bur Dubai offer a taste of the old city, before all the bright lights and superlatives took over the skyline.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
23 June 2026
Enjoy a conversation about the power of hospitality and community at Chai Pani, taste Spanish wine and tapas at Kitty Dare and celebrate Tio Lucho’s four-year anniversary this week in metro Atlanta.
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Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
23 June 2026
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Noun
Growing up, and well into my early adulthood, my grandma was my best friend—a person who fostered a sense of confidence in me, loved me unconditionally, and gave me the best taste in everything nostalgic from her younger years.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
In the other direction, Satwa and Bur Dubai offer a taste of the old city, before all the bright lights and superlatives took over the skyline.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Verb
The never-ending scouting process involves meeting with winery owners, tasting with winemakers, and attending events in the search for bottles each quarter.
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Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
23 June 2026
Enjoy a conversation about the power of hospitality and community at Chai Pani, taste Spanish wine and tapas at Kitty Dare and celebrate Tio Lucho’s four-year anniversary this week in metro Atlanta.
—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for taste
Noun
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The eatery also sells half pints of select flavors for customers who want to share the treat at home.
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Pepper’s understands that a hot dog should be fun, dressed up and full of flavor.
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But cases are on the rise as more people report symptoms such as hives, diarrhea and itchiness after eating as little as a mouthful of meat and — in some cases — dairy.
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But cases are on the rise as more people report symptoms such as hives, diarrhea and itchiness after eating as little as a mouthful of meat and — in some cases — dairy.
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Trump has aggressively pushed for lower interest rates, repeatedly berating former Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not decreasing borrowing costs to the president’s liking.
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Add the greens and/or vegetables, in stages as necessary, and toss in the garlicky oil, then add the sauce and cook to your liking, stirring frequently.
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Between the two cities, the similarities and differences in the origins of those communities make Melbourne’s culinary fabric both innately familiar to Angelenos, and also something wholly distinct to experience.
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The City of Sacramento unveiled a new safe camping site in the River District on Tuesday, offering temporary housing for people experiencing homelessness while city leaders face new scrutiny over the effectiveness of the city's shelter system.
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Human existence senses that something impedes it from subsisting.
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Sugar senses something’s amiss here.
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The state averages about eight unprovoked bites each year, according to the FWC, which runs a statewide program to address complaints concerning specific alligators believed to pose a threat to people, pets or property.
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Keeping bug spray handy can help protect against annoying bites, while placing citronella candles around your yard or patio can keep pests at bay, especially once the sun sets.
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Try to get all of it, even though your potato may look a little moon-like.
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Brown interviewed over 1,000 guests, including civil rights leaders like Jesse Jackson, politicians including President Ronald Reagan, and celebs the likes of Denzel Washington.
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Days before the event, Dallas hired May – fresh off Michigan's national championship run – to lead a franchise undergoing a front‑office overhaul and shifting toward long‑term roster construction.
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The luxury goods market is undergoing a significant structural reset, with sales declining from 2023 to early 2026.
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“Taste.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taste. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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