brininess

Definition of brininessnext
as in saltness
the quality or state of being salty the brininess of the soup rendered it inedible

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Noun
  • Humpbacks thrive in the North Atlantic; the Baltic is comparatively shallow, low in salinity, and heavily trafficked.
    Jessica Camille Aguirre, New Yorker, 2 May 2026
  • According to Nana Yobo, volcanic eruptions cooled the Earth's surface by blocking sunlight, which disrupted temperature and salinity in the North Atlantic Ocean — key drivers of the AMOC — leading to a slowdown.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
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  • The pretzel bun gave it a little extra chew and saltiness, which helped balance out all that cheese sauce poured over the top.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The Parmesan amplifies the saltiness and nuttiness, creating a cohesive, craveable flavor that clings to every bite.
    Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Brininess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brininess. Accessed 7 May. 2026.

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