variants
also aphrodisiacal
as in erotic
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire
the tomato's supposed aphrodisiac qualities have caused it to be also known as "the love apple"
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Adjective
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Doubles, glitches, erotic dread, narrative dead-ends.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025 -
During The Hollywood Reporter's Drama Actress roundtable in 2019, the actress revealed she was offered the role of Anastasia Steele in the erotic thriller adaptation, but declined it due to the excessive nude scenes.—
Diana Pearl,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Any ranking of the sexiest subset of people is bound to be met with a healthy dose of skepticism.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Aug. 2025
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But sacks are sexier and can be far more destructive to an offense.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Generally, they're used as a style statement, paired with very sensual garments; however, adding a striped shirt under a corset can create a completely different silhouette.—
Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
2 Aug. 2025
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This can bring a more sensual, domestic and sweet energy to our lives and relationships.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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This casserole has all the flavors of your favorite Buffalo wings—spicy chicken, lots of cheese, carrots, and celery.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Inside this keepsake case is an Earthy and complex blend of warm cedarwood, deep myrrh resin, and spicy clove.—
Dan Michel,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Aphrodisiac.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aphrodisiac. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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