1
as in aromas
a special quality or impression associated with something
a birthday party whose Caribbean decorations gave it a tropical flavor
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2
as in flavorings
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
a dish that incorporates most of the trademark flavors of southeast Asia
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as in trends
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 flavors
Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
Next came the Red Dragon roll, which offered a nice mix of flavors and textures.
—Evan Moore
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
This sweet little holiday set features festive flavors like Eggnog Latte, Sweet Candy, and Caramel to get them in the spirit.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025
For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
The menu at Otaleg is constantly evolving, as Radicioni experiments with new combinations in his gelato laboratory, often concocting head-turning flavors based on his favorite savory dishes.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
However, most people treat it as a vegetable in cooking due to its crunchy, fresh, and savory flavors.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 10 Nov. 2025
The Cassava Roti Short Rib Tacos and Jerk Lemongrass Chicken Fried Rice followed, and yes, the flavors felt familiar in the way Bronze always did, but different too.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
We’re Seated The quintessential American Thanksgiving is a glorious mess of flavors.
—Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
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The Bazaar is a new three-level space that will offer cruisers the flavors, sounds, traditions and festivals from the destinations the ship visits.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
Next came the Red Dragon roll, which offered a nice mix of flavors and textures.
—Evan Moore
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
This sweet little holiday set features festive flavors like Eggnog Latte, Sweet Candy, and Caramel to get them in the spirit.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025
For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
The menu at Otaleg is constantly evolving, as Radicioni experiments with new combinations in his gelato laboratory, often concocting head-turning flavors based on his favorite savory dishes.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
However, most people treat it as a vegetable in cooking due to its crunchy, fresh, and savory flavors.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 10 Nov. 2025
The Cassava Roti Short Rib Tacos and Jerk Lemongrass Chicken Fried Rice followed, and yes, the flavors felt familiar in the way Bronze always did, but different too.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
We’re Seated The quintessential American Thanksgiving is a glorious mess of flavors.
—Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavors
Noun
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Your family will come home to delicious aromas wafting through the house from this classic slow-cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Tea lovers will love indulging in the flavors and aromas of these 24 black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas from Vahdam Tea.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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Those can include cheese, cured meats, herbs and other flavorings in the dough.—
Francesca Giuliani Hoffman,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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New additives like preservatives, flavorings and vitamins were infused into them, and they were packaged in novel ways to withstand hard helicopter drops, wet beach landings and days at the bottom of rucksacks.—
Alice Callahan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Yet the trends at home are not irreversible.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Both of those trends have been amplified during his second term, Meyler said.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Its natural deodorizing properties help neutralize the unpleasant smells associated with pets, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their online parlance is punctuated by empty enthusiasms, vicious aspersions, and obvious hypocrisies that rarely matter.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Aztecs make their second trip to Phoenix in a month, this time to face controversial new conference member GCU in one of the nation’s most raucous home-court atmospheres.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Merciless, vile, and downright sadistic, The Rite delivers stunning entertainment that strays away from depending on shadows and eerie atmospheres.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Flavors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavors. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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