as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
dumped in more spices to add some zest to the marinade
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Recent Examples of zest
According to Vu, a quick maceration with sugar—and additions like fresh basil, lemon zest, or elderflower—enhances strawberries' natural sweetness.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
The palate offers notes of tropical fruit and citrus zest with a savory wire of acidity keeping it all together.
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Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
With aromas of Granny Smith apple and lemon zest, this wine features dazzling acidity and flavors of Meyer lemon, Bartlett pear, vanilla, and thyme.
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Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
Stir in lemon zest, vanilla, almond extract (if using) and dry milk.
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Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
16 June 2026
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
The palate offers notes of tropical fruit and citrus zest with a savory wire of acidity keeping it all together.
—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
With aromas of Granny Smith apple and lemon zest, this wine features dazzling acidity and flavors of Meyer lemon, Bartlett pear, vanilla, and thyme.
—
Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
Stir in lemon zest, vanilla, almond extract (if using) and dry milk.
—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zest
spice
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Peppers followed, along with a healthy sprinkling of spices.
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Leveraging years of experience developed at Brunello Cucinelli and Prada, the designer used a beautiful palette of colors, the hues reflecting the spices of each location, from nutmeg and cardamom to ginger, cinnamon and vanilla, and those of the Mediterranean Sea.
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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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