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
But while plenty of condiments do benefit from refrigeration, others just don't require it.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Serve everything with potatoes and condiments.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2026
Gather your condiments together and label them, then add your dippers at the other end of the platter.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Choosing low-sugar foods, such as sugar-free condiments, can help improve both short- and long-term blood sugar control.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
During one visit, a smattering of green peppercorns in the burger‘s condiments evoked a playful take on steak au poivre.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Each dinner includes french fries or potato pancakes, coleslaw, bread, homemade dessert and condiments.
—Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Boitano, 62, now has 150 flourishing cocktail recipes and is working on a ready-to-drink cocktail line — both non-alcoholic and alcoholic, as well as food condiments.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Sit back and read a quick lesson in fish sauce condiments.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 4 Feb. 2026
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Serve everything with potatoes and condiments.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2026
Gather your condiments together and label them, then add your dippers at the other end of the platter.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Choosing low-sugar foods, such as sugar-free condiments, can help improve both short- and long-term blood sugar control.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
During one visit, a smattering of green peppercorns in the burger‘s condiments evoked a playful take on steak au poivre.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Each dinner includes french fries or potato pancakes, coleslaw, bread, homemade dessert and condiments.
—Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Boitano, 62, now has 150 flourishing cocktail recipes and is working on a ready-to-drink cocktail line — both non-alcoholic and alcoholic, as well as food condiments.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Sit back and read a quick lesson in fish sauce condiments.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condiments
Noun
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Play around with the spices, the marmalade flavors, even the carrot is negotiable — shredded butternut squash or apple will work just as well.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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The flavor unfolds in layers, initially savory and beefy, then gently sweet from the tomato and beans, followed by the mid-palate warmth of the bourbon and spices, and finally a subtle heat lingering from the green chiles.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Beyond batter and dough, nut flours lend delicate flavor and nubby texture to drinks such as a horchata, help thicken sauces, and make a creamy and decadent pastry layer.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Dairy-heavy recipes like creamy soups, sauces, or chowders are less likely to curdle when they're cooked slowly and gently.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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Add some lemon zest, or change the flavorings, maybe add a ripple of crumb topping in the middle—just makes a new cake.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Adjust seasonings as desired, adding more sauce, a squeeze of lime juice and salt to taste.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Roasted red peppers, juicy red tomatoes, shredded lettuce, paper-thin onions, olive oil, red wine vinegar and a few shakes of seasonings finished it off.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The highlight of a treatment may well be the moments before and after, sipping the juices and teas brewed from the herbs just plucked from the grounds.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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The park spans 11 acres, with multiple gardens showcasing heritage plants, succulents, cacti, and herbs.—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Condiments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiments. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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