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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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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
These decadent Maryland-style crab cakes celebrate the flavors of the Old Line State and are ready to be baked or pan-fried.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
My approach is to cook light, clean, healthy food that has those Caribbean inspired flavors.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 16 Mar. 2026
Savor the flavors of downtown Chula Vista at the Taste of Third Avenue.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The brand’s model — rotating weekly flavors, oversized cookies, a pink box designed for unboxing content — was built for social media virality.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026
This open-air, poolside and ocean-view dining patio is helmed by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, serving dishes that blend Spanish, Caribbean, and South American flavors.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
Climb Ice Cream features flavors named after terms familiar to climbers, such as pRappel (ube chocolate chip), K2 (spicy apple pie), Mount Matcha, v3 (vanilla), chocolate crux and more.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
For lunch and dinner, the menus focus heavily on local Lanna flavors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
These decadent Maryland-style crab cakes celebrate the flavors of the Old Line State and are ready to be baked or pan-fried.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
My approach is to cook light, clean, healthy food that has those Caribbean inspired flavors.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 16 Mar. 2026
Savor the flavors of downtown Chula Vista at the Taste of Third Avenue.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The brand’s model — rotating weekly flavors, oversized cookies, a pink box designed for unboxing content — was built for social media virality.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026
This open-air, poolside and ocean-view dining patio is helmed by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, serving dishes that blend Spanish, Caribbean, and South American flavors.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
Climb Ice Cream features flavors named after terms familiar to climbers, such as pRappel (ube chocolate chip), K2 (spicy apple pie), Mount Matcha, v3 (vanilla), chocolate crux and more.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavors
Noun
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The guy soaking, steaming and roasting grains, then scrutinizing the aromas, seems unbothered by how everybody else in Dallas is, or isn’t, making bread.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Cold temperatures dull flavors and aromas—meaning your drink just won't be as full-flavored as one poured at room temperature or served over ice.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 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
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But Black male students continue to trail their peers, with a graduation rate of 77% last year, mirroring national trends.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Early-aughts makeup looks are dominating spring beauty trends.—
Andrea Carbajal,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2026
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Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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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
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The film follows a quiet inmate arriving at a violent Indonesian prison with a supernatural entity that kills those with the darkest auras.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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This airbrush design on a long square nail comprises a mix of French-tip auras, clear blobs, and 3D florals for a fun and funky design.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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If there are only a few dirty dishes, hand wash them to prevent unwanted smells from forming overnight.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
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For some, that means nausea triggered by everyday smells; for others, this biological reaction means that long-standing fragrance preferences shift overnight.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Fedorova knows that her enthusiasms will not be shared by everyone.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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Shriver’s many strange enthusiasms have provided her with a wellspring of ideas, which in the past have produced highly topical novels—about school massacres, obesity, religion, and, yes, the national debt.—
Boris Kachka,
The Atlantic,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Even so, kitchen atmospheres have long been filled with chaos and intensity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Once opportunities to engage communities and offer developmental players a taste of game-day atmospheres, spring games had become scouting combines for opposing programs looking to entice players into the transfer portal, which had previously opened in late April.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Flavors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavors. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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