tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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Try a piece of kielbasa, known for its earthy and slightly sweet flavor with a prominence of garlic, or a bite of mild and milky farmer’s cheese, which will leave taste buds tangy. Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025 Dill Pickle Chickpea Salad An excellent option for a refreshingly tangy side dish for any backyard barbecue, summer potluck, or as a quick and tasty weeknight dinner. Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 Finally, travel northwest of downtown to the airport, flying off the mainland to Hawaii, where barbecue sauce is inspired by the aloha spirit resulting in a sweet, sticky, and tangy concoction. Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025 The result: a sweet, tangy and floral drink perfect to combat the Sacramento heat. Kat Tran, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for tangy

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tangy was in 1875

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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tangy. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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