condiments

plural of condiment
as in spices
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments

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Recent Examples of condiments Squeeze bottles are also helpful for storing and dispensing homemade condiments (think spicy mayo) or syrups for coffee or cocktails. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026 Inspectors also found milk at 60 degrees and raw beef stored above condiments and milk. Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026 This may be the only pho that needs no garnishes or condiments. Warren Rojas, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026 Rice makes a similar case for condiments, where flavor is the star of a dish rather than a supporting player. Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 1 Aug. 2026 Same goes for condiments, including mustard and ketchup squeeze bottles. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 July 2026 The consumer, not the brand roster, always drives the first decision, a philosophy that runs through every example Drolet raised, from cream cheese to condiments. Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 There are so many ways to serve a wiener in a bun that arguing over the best combo of condiments and veggies to top it with feels like another great American pastime. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 15 July 2026 The Big Bite hot dog is an all-beef, quarter-pound dog that can be customized with various sauces and condiments at the chain's Big Bite bar. Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026
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Noun
  • Goods and foodstuffs reached Rome from across the Mediterranean and beyond, including spices from Asia.
    Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The electric version of Atmos’ coffee canister is easy to use — just push a button — and can also hold spices, nuts and loose-leaf tea.
    Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 8 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Northern Italian cuisine is centered around butter, rice, polenta, cream sauces, and meat.
    Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Originating in Asia, ginger is prevalent in Asian cuisines, where it is used in curries, soups, sauces, and noodle dishes.
    Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Starbucks invented the drink in 2003, and from its debut through 2014 the recipe contained only spices and flavorings, according to Starbucks.
    Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
  • For aficionados of foams and flavorings, there’s a seasonal rotation of coffee concoctions such as the Lakeside Daydream, cold brew with a lashing of raspberry syrup and a cloud of pistachio cold foam.
    Lila Harron Battis, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Simple items like cooking oil, seasonings and sauces, plus fresh fruit and vegetables empower families to prepare flavorful dishes that respect their culture and preferences.
    Christine Franz, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Sprinkle the garlic mixture over the pork, then use a wooden spoon to break up the meat and stir the seasonings into it.
    Kate Williams, AJC.com, 7 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • To have frozen smoothie cubes ready to go, blend watermelon rinds with berries and fresh herbs, and freeze the mixture in ice cube trays.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Farm fresh tomatoes are always on peak summer menus — think panzanella and Caprese salads where the tomato needs little more than fresh herbs and olive oil to shine.
    Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026

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“Condiments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiments. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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