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as in zest
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
a new hobby will add spice to your life
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Recent Examples of spice
Laura McLively, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
In a large bowl, mix together the apples, sugar, flour, pumpkin pie spice, lemon juice and salt.
—Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This easy version features onion and bell pepper and is spiced with garlic, cumin, and oregano.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
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Noun
These days, toast is a canvas for both creativity and comfort, so why not brighten up the morning by bringing in color and spice, tenderness and crunch, sweetness and tang?
—Laura McLively, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
In a large bowl, mix together the apples, sugar, flour, pumpkin pie spice, lemon juice and salt.
—Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
Spanx Supersmooth PerfectFit Ponte Wide Leg Pant These patterned pants are an easy way to spice up your winter wardrobe.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This easy version features onion and bell pepper and is spiced with garlic, cumin, and oregano.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spice
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It’s formulated with rosemary, mint, biotin, jojoba oil, and other essential oils for a fresh scent and impactful strengthening and growth.—
Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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Bantu’s roll-on oils are small enough to travel with and come in soothing blends like lavender, peppermint, citrus, and fresh herbal scents.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Recipe Tips From The Test Kitchen Cooking the bacon first builds a smoky fat base; searing the steak next adds fond and deep savory flavor without overcooking the meat.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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For a heartier option, serve this with cheese slices—more savory flavors and added texture your guests will love.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Jan. 2026
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Raimi indulges Send Help’s gore and gross-out moments with the zest of someone returning to his cult-favorite roots.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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Citrus fruit zest is often used in baking, and a lemon twist—expressed over the glass for aroma and flavor—is a classic martini garnish.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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This hair fragrance blends fresh florals with honey for a long-lasting sweetness that isn’t overpowering or saccharine.—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
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Roasty and savory like garlic butter before dessert, where fragrances can become an abnormal testament to a brief, unyielding safety.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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That’s your best signal that the bread will actually provide fiber, B vitamins, and minerals rather than just wheat flavoring.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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That’s because it's commonly used as a flavoring ingredient rather than as a drink itself.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
21 Jan. 2026
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The man whom Navarro likes to call the Boss seems to value insincere, or bought, obeisance—the flapping and fussing of a maître d’—more than heartfelt fandom, which lacks the piquancy of humiliation.—
Ian Parker,
New Yorker,
22 Dec. 2025
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And a jicama salad is my personal favorite, balancing heat in piquancy and chill in temperature.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Not to mention, the subtle rosemary and mint scent will fill your shower with a spa-like aroma.—
Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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The flavorful new option is made by infusing the clean taste of Absolut vodka with the heat and aroma that comes from the peppers used to make the South’s most famous hot sauce.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2026
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The name Dee Dee has long elicited in my mind thoughts of intense spice and tang.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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The cheese sauce is super savory, with both Cheddar and pepper Jack and is seasoned with chili powder for warmth and has a little barbecue sauce stirred in for some tang and sweetness to balance the richness.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Spice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spice. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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