brinier; briniest
brininess
noun
Examples of briny in a Sentence
oysters with a briny flavor
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This briny liquid within the shell is part of the experience and a sign of true freshness.
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Rai Mincey, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Cade mixed up a briny solution to replace the water and salt players were losing.
—ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Savory, slightly briny and, above all, fun.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 26 Feb. 2026
On a recent visit, oysters arrived first, dressed with caviar, citrus cream, and ginger, with a briny bite that was decadent yet balanced.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
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Rai Mincey, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Cade mixed up a briny solution to replace the water and salt players were losing.
—ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Savory, slightly briny and, above all, fun.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 26 Feb. 2026
On a recent visit, oysters arrived first, dressed with caviar, citrus cream, and ginger, with a briny bite that was decadent yet balanced.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for briny
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“Briny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/briny. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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