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Recent Examples of astringent
Dazzle Dry Mini Kit 4 Step Manicure System The four steps in the Dazzle Dry system have an accompanying product; step one is prep using an astringent alcohol to remove debris and oil, step two is a base coat, step three is nail polish color, and step four is top coat.
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Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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.
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Benjamin Kemper,
Saveur,
26 Nov. 2025
The Howes variety is tart, sour, and slightly astringent and has a firm texture.
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Kendra Nordin Beato,
Christian Science Monitor,
22 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for astringent
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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.
—
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astringent
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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.
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Their recipe combines silky texture, puckery tartness and richness (courtesy of olive oil) in every bite.
Adjective
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
Adjective
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The ingredients were fresh and the balance of tangy citrus notes and fiery spices made for an unforgettable meal.
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Top the hearty ground beef with a tangy soy-ketchup glaze to enhance its flavor.
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The sushi bar serves fresh fish and zingy flavors at reasonable prices, and the tonkotsu ramen is deeply satisfying.
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These fragrances carry that same memory: ionic and subtly zingy, softened by an indulgent warmth that lingers.
Adjective
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Each bite is filled with crunchy texture from peppers, tender chew from pasta, and a subtle build of heat from a spicy ranch vinaigrette that is zesty but manages to complement the sweet notes of the fresh veggies.
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Bring a bright burst of zesty goodness to any dessert table with these pick-me-up treats.
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astringent. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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