astringent

adjective

Definition of astringentnext
as in puckery

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Recent Examples of astringent Some of it had escaped through a gash in her shin, forming a small gray-pink puddle by her ankle that gave off an astringent smell. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 With water, the clove intensifies, along with sweet cinnamon, astringent oak, more flaky pastry and hard caramel chews. — Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Its drying, astringent nature can strip away finishes, leaving wood dull, dry, and more prone to scratches. — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 23 June 2026 Toners have earned a bad rap over the years for being astringent formulas that sting, strip, and dry out your skin. — Sarah Felbin, Allure, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for astringent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for astringent
  1. puckery
  2. pungent
  3. tangy
  4. zingy
  5. zesty
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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
  • 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
Definition of puckery
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  • Sapp Coffee Shop is arguably less famous than Jitlada, though cherished by generations of Angelenos for a late-morning breakfast of boat noodles, frankly pungent and biting back with meaty, crunchy textures.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
  • In other research, analyses of molecules emitted from melanoma biopsy samples suggested that compounds such as the pungent chemical called 4-methyl decane could serve as a biomarker.
    — Marta Zaraaska, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of pungent
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  • Do not miss the fantastic cheese fries, with a generous dollop of tangy cheddar sauce.
    — Amy Cavanaugh, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
  • These aren't the first Democrats to harness the tangy-sweet appeal of Whataburger's much-beloved Fancy Ketchup.
    — Gabe Hiatt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of tangy
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  • Be sure to order a side of the crispy potatoes and the zingy herb salad.
    — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, an electric color palette of zingy greens, bold reds, and Prussian blues–touched off with plenty of black accents–amplifies the property’s wildly original juxtaposition of antiquity and modernity.
    — Alexandra Kirkman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of zingy
Adjective
  • Chef Williams Saurina adds his own touches, with novel spins on ceviche, zesty salsas flecked with pumpkin seeds, and aromatic Tikin Xic (sea bass with recado rojo, made from local achiote, wrapped in totomoxtle leaf).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Five-Spice Pumpkin Bread This Five-Spice Pumpkin Bread takes a bold twist on the traditional recipe with roasted Autumn Frost squash and a zesty five-spice powder instead of classic pumpkin spice.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of zesty

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