as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
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Recent Examples of piquant
It is often topped with crispy and raw onions, slathered with piquant sauces (including rémoulade and sweet brown mustard), and served on a toasted bun.
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Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2025
Cosplay furthers the cause with a dazzling array of comic pop culture references, repurposed arcana, and piquant sonic signifiers from the annals of indie-rock.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 7 Nov. 2025
Try the Mezzrole, a piquant blend of French limes, Pickett’s spicy-sweet ginger syrup, and tart rice vinegar that finishes with notes of sea salt.
—Chala June, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
The spicy Korean burger is for the more adventurous among us, but the piquant pickled slaw on top is super addictive.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
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Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2025
Cosplay furthers the cause with a dazzling array of comic pop culture references, repurposed arcana, and piquant sonic signifiers from the annals of indie-rock.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 7 Nov. 2025
Try the Mezzrole, a piquant blend of French limes, Pickett’s spicy-sweet ginger syrup, and tart rice vinegar that finishes with notes of sea salt.
—Chala June, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
The spicy Korean burger is for the more adventurous among us, but the piquant pickled slaw on top is super addictive.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for piquant
Adjective
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No one’s workday was ever overturned by a spicy Cook tweet.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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The postgame scene eloquently explained why this series has become greasy, if not spicy.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That's because, while garlic is a delicious food that adds rich flavor to your favorite recipes, this pungent plant can also repel an assortment of common garden pests, from aphids to deer.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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On a searing hot day in Mattiyarenthal, a village in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, women farmers toil over chile pepper plants as their sharp, pungent scent fills the air.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The film not only records this injustice but also illustrates the possibility of friendship across divides, delivering a poignant exploration of the occupation.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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There’s always at least one tone that defines a season—in recent times, butter yellow, chocolate brown, and cherry red have all been top contenders—but what seemed particularly impactful this season was how many brands embraced poignant palettes.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Grab a slice to top your favorite citrusy cookies, or add it to breakfast pancakes for a zesty twist.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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This is our go-to zesty punch for summertime gatherings.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Houston is a mecca for high-calorie delicious meals.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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But, the second, is that marigolds will make your carrots sweeter and more delicious thanks to increasing the carotenoid content and sugars within the carrots.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Top with sautéed mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, garlicky spinach, or other favorite veggies for a savory boost.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
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Why Lemon Is Perfect for Spring With their vibrant yellow color and bright, acidic taste, lemons are a refreshing way to transition your cooking from savory winter dishes to lighter spring meals.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Each meal needs to be exciting, easy, healthy, and affordable.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Apr. 2026
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This element of permanence is exciting to Stark, who has created looks for Beyoncé and has her own, body-positive line of lingerie called Panty.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The crust on this Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie is made from pretzel sticks and butter, which add a salty balance to the filling, a cool and creamy mixture of strawberries, condensed milk, and cream cheese.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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Oaxacan String Cheese Tacos Stretchy, salty Oaxacan cheese sears hard on a pan on one side while the other side melts onto a tortilla.—
Deputy Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Piquant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piquant. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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