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Recent Examples of astringent
Try These Two Easy Ways Flavor 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, 23 Mar. 2025
When steak and red wine get together, the astringent and moist qualities strike a balance and create an enjoyable sensation.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The curds remove any bitter and astringent notes and leave a supple texture and clean flavor.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The ones trying too hard to replicate the fresh-roast experience are what end up tasting weak, too astringent, and full of off flavors.
—Jaina Grey, WIRED, 25 June 2024
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Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
When steak and red wine get together, the astringent and moist qualities strike a balance and create an enjoyable sensation.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The curds remove any bitter and astringent notes and leave a supple texture and clean flavor.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The ones trying too hard to replicate the fresh-roast experience are what end up tasting weak, too astringent, and full of off flavors.
—Jaina Grey, WIRED, 25 June 2024
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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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In a different context, the same pungent word applied to his devastating 2 a.m. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.—
Rich Lowry,
National Review,
23 June 2025
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That goes for bars of pungent soap, essential oils, sonic repellant devices, and hanging up pennies in bags of water, a favorite Internet myth.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Try a piece of kielbasa, known for its earthy and slightly sweet flavor with a prominence of garlic, or a bite of mild and milky farmer’s cheese, which will leave taste buds tangy.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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Dill Pickle Chickpea Salad An excellent option for a refreshingly tangy side dish for any backyard barbecue, summer potluck, or as a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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The play draws out the distinctiveness of the grandparents by ratcheting up their zingy eccentricities.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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Pick one up to get a whiff of its zingy, vegetal aroma.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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Peach Ginger Bourbon Spritz At Saltwood Bar at Loews Atlanta Hotel, a refreshing blend of smooth bourbon and zesty lemon juice, topped with Betty Booze’s apple, ginger and sour cherry infusion, and finished with a fragrant mint sprig and lemon garnish for a burst of summer in every sip.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The zesty homemade dressing and interesting additions like mini mozzarella balls make this recipe a keeper.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astringent. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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