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Recent Examples of astringent
Gone are the days when instant was synonymous with weak coffee, bitter and astringent, and mainly made with Robusta beans instead of the preferred arabica.
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Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
What was hard and astringent turns lush, spoonable, and gumdrop-like—ready for desserts, jams, stews, or to be savored on its own.
—Benjamin Kemper, Saveur, 26 Nov. 2025
The Howes variety is tart, sour, and slightly astringent and has a firm texture.
—Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Nov. 2025
His conversation is astringent; his mordant wit softens into easy laughter.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
What was hard and astringent turns lush, spoonable, and gumdrop-like—ready for desserts, jams, stews, or to be savored on its own.
—Benjamin Kemper, Saveur, 26 Nov. 2025
The Howes variety is tart, sour, and slightly astringent and has a firm texture.
—Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Nov. 2025
His conversation is astringent; his mordant wit softens into easy laughter.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astringent
Adjective
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As the base for a marinade and grilling sauce, passion fruit's puckery tartness—think mango and pineapple with a slightly sour kick—is an ideal complement to rich, buttery shellfish.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Nov. 2022
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Their recipe combines silky texture, puckery tartness and richness (courtesy of olive oil) in every bite.—
Ben MimsCooking Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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Its leaves are considered to have the most pungent lemon flavor among all herbs.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
10 Apr. 2026
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Kimchi is complex, pungent and savory.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The result is a tangy, light sipper that’s gorgeous to look at and lower in alcohol than many other cocktails.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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Ribs go great with a classic sweet barbecue sauce, an Alabama white, or a tangy North Carolina vinegar sauce.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This zingy and creamy lemon trifle resembles lemon meringue pie but is so much easier to make.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
15 Mar. 2026
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Chanel, brooch, $4,100 This cotton and silk flower brooch from Chanel’s spring/summer 2026 collection by Matthieu Blazy carries the kind of zingy energy powerful enough to make winter feel like a distant memory.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The almond shape is the epitome of sophistication, while the zesty designs bring out the whimsy.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herbs brighten it up and shine through for a hearty, flavorful, and zesty meal.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astringent. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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