as in puckery
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Recent Examples of astringent
When steak and red wine get together, the astringent and moist qualities strike a balance and create an enjoyable sensation.
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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
Unlike Western cleansers, which often rely on harsh surfactants or astringent ingredients, Korean ones maintain the skin’s moisture barrier and natural pH balance, says Cho.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025
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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
Unlike Western cleansers, which often rely on harsh surfactants or astringent ingredients, Korean ones maintain the skin’s moisture barrier and natural pH balance, says Cho.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for astringent
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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Mount Dora study IDs likely source of pungent mystery smell Politics US sends 68 migrants back to Honduras and Colombia in first voluntary deportation The migrants disembarked with $1,000 debit cards from the U.S. government.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
19 May 2025
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Mount Dora study IDs likely source of pungent mystery smell Average rate on a US 30-year mortgage holds steady at 6.76%, not far from highest levels this year Politics Egg prices finally dropped, but the cost of beef hit a record high last month.—
Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The pollo a la brasa at El Mono’s original location is the perfect combo of smoky and tangy.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
6 June 2025
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Greek yogurt has an extra production step that gives it a thicker consistency and tangier taste than regular yogurt, which is milder and thinner.—
Nancy LeBrun,
Verywell Health,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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The Goddess Green sees basil, tarragon, and chervil combined with citrus and gin for a zingy, herbaceous sipper that arrives a vibrant kelly green.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 May 2025
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Bright, zingy notes of mandarin and bergamot mingle with refreshing green tea and jasmine, while a light musk keeps the scent lingering on your skin for hours.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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And the Cauliflower Lemon Blend, Coxwell’s personal favorite, has a light and zesty flavor that’s a great alternative for a healthy, creamless white sauce for most recipes.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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The core straight bourbon expression is light, zesty, and packed with flavor.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astringent. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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