as in bite
a small piece or quantity of food
took a small mouthful of the soup to see if she liked it
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Recent Examples of mouthful
He’s quickly engrossed and, every so often, reaches out for a mouthful of corn dog.
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Christopher O'Donnell, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2025
Set in a vibey, transportive space that feels straight out of a Dubai or Beirut hotspot, Laya serves up a Sunday brunch escape… with a generous mouthful of garlic.
—Chelsea Frank, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
Improv Lime Margarita Booze-Free Cocktails Decidedly unpleasant and sour, this drink tastes like a mouthful of bitter chemicals.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
Slightly nutty flavors in a crunchy, enticing mouthful of caramel and slight green apples in this Chardonnay.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Christopher O'Donnell, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2025
Set in a vibey, transportive space that feels straight out of a Dubai or Beirut hotspot, Laya serves up a Sunday brunch escape… with a generous mouthful of garlic.
—Chelsea Frank, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
Improv Lime Margarita Booze-Free Cocktails Decidedly unpleasant and sour, this drink tastes like a mouthful of bitter chemicals.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
Slightly nutty flavors in a crunchy, enticing mouthful of caramel and slight green apples in this Chardonnay.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mouthful
Noun
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There's a full beer and cocktail menu along with snacks and bites.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Choose cloth, leather, rubber or anything thick that will protect you from accidental bites, says Chuang.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Rather than appealing to the specific tastes of one client, home stagers must make a space as enticing to as many people as possible.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Lynch family dug a well on their property and discovered the water had a funny taste.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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What To Do In London During Summer 2025 Have A Picnic Picky bits and nibbles are the name of the game in London during the summer.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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With notes of tangy mustard, savory meats, and traditional spices, these are your new go-to for patio nibbles or midday crunch sessions.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
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“Mouthful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mouthful. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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