ginger

noun

ˈjin-jər How to pronounce ginger (audio)
Definition of gingernext
as in energy
active strength of body or mind a 60-year-old with the ginger to consider skydiving lessons

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Recent Examples of ginger For those looking for a stew-like meal with winter approaching, the eatery serves Papaitan, a Filipino soup with meat, ginger, garlic, onions, Thai chili peppers and other animal organs. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 2 Nov. 2026 In 1976, Toshi Kasahara opened a restaurant serving lightly marinated and grilled chicken, glazed in a blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sugar. — Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026 On the palate, expect roasted nuts, ginger, dark sugar, and blackcurrant, with a cooling hint of menthol. — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026 The result is a dark, mahogany pumpkin pie with ginger-cinnamon-clove spiciness. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 29 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ginger
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ginger
  1. energy
  2. vigor
  3. juice
  4. vinegar
  5. gas
  6. beans
  7. life
  8. starch
Noun
  • The energy transition requires massive grid upgrades and battery storage.
    — William Jones, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
  • If implemented, energy experts say the initiatives could slow global warming and reduce the environmental footprint of renewable energy technologies, like solar panels and batteries.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • Ultimately, the United States must remember that its external competitiveness will flow from its internal vigor.
    — Ali Wyne, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Many markets listed on bet365 offer competitive odds and lower vigor.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of vigor
Noun
  • Absent significant conflict elsewhere, the story keeps returning to Sauron and his schemes, but none of his scenes have enough juice to elevate him to adequate levels of intimidation.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Studies show that drinking prune juice may help reduce constipation symptoms without the harsh side effects of some stimulant laxatives, like gas and diarrhea.
    — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of juice
Noun
  • Rather than being pulled or shredded, the pork is quartered, its skin rendered crisp in the oven throughout the day, and then chopped to order by weight and dressed with a South Carolina-style vinegar sauce.
    — Hilary Cadigan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Do not—repeat—do not ever use bleach and vinegar at the same time for anything.
    — Steven John, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of vinegar
Noun
  • Study participants who drank warm water were also able to pass gas significantly earlier than those who did not.
    — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The island lies off Iran's southern coast, near the Strait of Hormuz, the vital artery for oil and gas that has become a flashpoint in the war.
    — Jack Sommers, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of gas
Noun
  • Bowl of food stored on top of uncovered beans in the prep table.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Found naturally in berries, beans, vegetables, tea, and a variety of other plant foods, certain polyphenols are being investigated for their effects on lymphatic function.
    — Marie Bladt, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of beans
Noun
  • Gusting winds, steep terrain, and dry conditions can accelerate fire spread, endangering lives, homes, wildlife, and surrounding communities.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • There was no immediate need to offer commutations to save the lives of the inmates.
    — Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of life
Noun
  • The pork belly is made up of bread and soy protein and to resemble the meat’s fat, a combination of potato and tapioca starches.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Less-ripe bananas contain more resistant starch, a type of carbohydrate that resists breakdown, helping to slow digestion and potentially improve glucose handling.
    — Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of starch

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