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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
a birthday party whose Caribbean decorations gave it a tropical flavor
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as in taste
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
loved the deep flavor of the native strawberries
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
it seems that short skirts are the new flavor of the month
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Recent Examples of flavor
Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
The gastronomic offering reinterprets the local flavors and the bar is open all day.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Served whole or cut into sections; deep- or shallow-fried (battered or naked), air-fried, baked, or grilled; flavored with any of myriad sauces or spice blends — chicken wings have range.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Nothing Bundt Cakes New Chocolate Raspberry Heart Pop-Up flavor.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
The gastronomic offering reinterprets the local flavors and the bar is open all day.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
The French menu exhibits global influences, with dishes like John Dory with hazelnut, and quinoa flavored with mustard and citrus.
—Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Served whole or cut into sections; deep- or shallow-fried (battered or naked), air-fried, baked, or grilled; flavored with any of myriad sauces or spice blends — chicken wings have range.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavor
Noun
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Its status was made even more compelling across price segments by precious metal content, creative value, and the aura of the brands.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
20 Feb. 2026
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These nails feature a milky white base with a pastel pink aura down the middle and 3D gel designs coated in silver chrome.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Feb. 2026
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Juice and other flavorings are sometimes added during fermentation to create a different flavor profile.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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For one, it was used as a food flavoring, and that would be for a savory application.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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The beef is nicely tender with a savory taste from all the ingredients.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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That summer, 1960, Jackson came home and led a sit-in at the library, his arrest a first taste of civil disobedience.—
Johanna Neuman,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Take Keke Palmer in a butter yellow and cream vintage Dior bustier dress with a scarf-tie waist, or Kate Hudson, who combined all the mid-10s and boho trends by wearing a leathery peplum and balloon pants by Chloé.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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But as trends like fragrance wardrobing and the popularity of #PerfumeTok — a content niche on TikTok dedicated solely to talking about perfume — have emerged, the fragrance category has been propelled to more than 20 consecutive quarters of growth.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Adding some fresh ingredients to your summertime salsa will help spice it up with bright flavor.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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The outfield was shrunk, spicing up all games.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The evergreen tree also produces waxy, silver-blue fruits that have a welcoming aroma.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
17 Feb. 2026
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With a slightly bitter taste and a strong aroma, dandelion tea mimics the flavor profile of coffee without the caffeine.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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And while TikTok has fueled the vibration plate boom, Richardson urges a measured approach to the gadget craze.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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This dainty top combines the polka dot craze with the sheer obsession.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
19 Feb. 2026
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Surveil your barmates Inside Berghain, the atmosphere is eclectic and electric.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Focusing on classic pieces of decor, rather than constantly following changing trends, ensures your space feels like home and creates a cozy, lived-in atmosphere.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Flavor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavor. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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