tangier; tangiest
Synonyms of tangynext
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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The new beans, crafted with premium ingredients and Stubb’s signature seasonings for a sweet and tangy bite, deliver the authentic barbecue taste fans have grown to love. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026 Kolk favors Mosa/Caña in Pietermaai, which serves everything from tangy ceviche to Duck Confit Tacos and Cauliflower Frito in Tempura Sauce (just one of their many veggie-friendly options). Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026 Then there are the desserts, my favorite being the olallieberry pie, made with the tangy West Coast hybrid fruit. Duarte’s Tavern, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026 The salmon version came wrapped in dark seaweed with a satisfying crunch that contrasted the soft, slightly tangy sushi rice, while the buttery salmon inside delivered a clean, subtly sweet finish in every bite. Evan Moore april 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2026 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 22 Apr. 2026.

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tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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