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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
Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Arab and Swahili traders sailed these waters on dhows, stopping along the coast to exchange goods such as ivory, gold, and spices.
—Ali Pantony, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The gordita gets filled with tender octopus slowly cooked in a concentrated, gently spiced stew of guajillo chile, tomato, and chicharrón prensado—a textural marvel of both softness and crunch.
—Anais Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Combine the coarse salt and fine salt with the spice mix, then add the flour.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Arab and Swahili traders sailed these waters on dhows, stopping along the coast to exchange goods such as ivory, gold, and spices.
—Ali Pantony, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
Four years in, the Peltz Beckhams are still managing to spice up their love life.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The gordita gets filled with tender octopus slowly cooked in a concentrated, gently spiced stew of guajillo chile, tomato, and chicharrón prensado—a textural marvel of both softness and crunch.
—Anais Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spice
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Now the venue is to be torn down later this year, the end to a destination just off the highway that was once full of televisions, betting counters and tables, and thick with the scent of afternoon and evening cocktails.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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The sharp, pungent scent of chile peppers clings to the air.—
Kamala Thiagarajan,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Once overshadowed by its famous neighbor, Mobile is carving out its own culinary identity with historic flavors and a growing national spotlight.—
Anne Byrn,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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In a small bowl, mix the ricotta with the lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon salt.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Add cucumber, julienne carrots, green onions and lemon zest to a bowl.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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The formula is plant-based and fragrance is from essential oils—no ammonia, chlorine, or synthetic dyes.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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Leighton Meester is all smiles in a pink floral gown at the presentation of Elizabeth Arden's Eternal Aura fragrance in collaboration with Vogue on April 21 in Madrid.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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They’re made with flour, sugar, butter and eggs, whisked together with flavorings such as anise, lemon, vanilla and cocoa, then baked in a special device.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The species were hunted to extinction in the area in the 16th century, driven by a demand for their fur, meat and castoreum, which is a chemical excreted from a gland at the base of their tails that was used for food flavoring, as well as the perfume industry, per the outlet.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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That Mann himself had written stories on gay themes added to the piquancy of the encounter.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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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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Creating a simmer pot is simple and fills your home with a pleasant aroma.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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Water helps soften the bran along with orange juice, which adds a floral aroma; molasses and honey highlight bran’s natural sweetness; and oil and buttermilk add a touch of richness.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The thick, glossy coating is a perfect mix of sweet (honey), spicy (red pepper and fresh ginger), tang (vinegar) and umami (fish sauce).—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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Baking had concentrated its sweetness and tang so that this small wedge packed a blast of bright flavor.—
Michelle Huneven,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Spice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spice. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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