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a plant or a part of a plant that is used as medicine or to give flavor to food
a dish seasoned with chopped fresh herbs rosemary, sage, and other herbs
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Recent Examples of herbs
Lentils simmered in tomato sauce with herbs can stand in for part or all of the meat in a pasta sauce, making this one of the most approachable high-fiber meal ideas for families.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
Chef Steven Pham is still simmering his signature Northern Vietnamese-style pho ga, which features a soul-piercingly clear broth, tender poached chicken, rice noodles, and a floating raft of fresh herbs.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
Instead, try growing scented plants and herbs that naturally deter ticks, like catnip, garlic and other alliums, lemongrass, lavender, geraniums, rosemary, thyme, oregano, citronella, wormwood, lemon balm, sage, bee balm, and marigolds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
From a sweet yogurt bowl with cinnamon and berries to a savory dip with garlic and herbs.
—Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 6 June 2026
Expect menu offerings like a crispy oyster pancake; floating market red curry; spicy mango salad; tamarind snapper; chicken khao soi roti wrap; khao soi noodles and street shrimp pot with glass noodles, shrimp, ginger and Thai herbs.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 6 June 2026
Just top with fresh herbs, and serve!
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Place greens, remaining shallots, herbs, and radishes or cucumber, if using, in a large shallow bowl or on a platter, and add a little more of the dressing.
—Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
Chef Steven Pham is still simmering his signature Northern Vietnamese-style pho ga, which features a soul-piercingly clear broth, tender poached chicken, rice noodles, and a floating raft of fresh herbs.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
Instead, try growing scented plants and herbs that naturally deter ticks, like catnip, garlic and other alliums, lemongrass, lavender, geraniums, rosemary, thyme, oregano, citronella, wormwood, lemon balm, sage, bee balm, and marigolds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
From a sweet yogurt bowl with cinnamon and berries to a savory dip with garlic and herbs.
—Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 6 June 2026
Expect menu offerings like a crispy oyster pancake; floating market red curry; spicy mango salad; tamarind snapper; chicken khao soi roti wrap; khao soi noodles and street shrimp pot with glass noodles, shrimp, ginger and Thai herbs.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 6 June 2026
Just top with fresh herbs, and serve!
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Place greens, remaining shallots, herbs, and radishes or cucumber, if using, in a large shallow bowl or on a platter, and add a little more of the dressing.
—Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for herbs
spices
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Toasty spices, savory ham, and creamy cheese on soft buns makes for an unforgettable appetizer.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Veggies, nuts, seeds, herbs, and spices can be used to make sauces for dipping, sandwiches, and more.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
3 June 2026
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“Herbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/herbs. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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