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Noun
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In a medium bowl, whisk the yogurt, eggs, ½ cup oil, sugar and zest until just smooth.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026 -
Top the roasted carrots with a little lemon zest, more herbs, or a drizzle of honey for a simple upgrade that will make everyone ask for seconds.—
Maria Helm Sinskey,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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The man whom Navarro likes to call the Boss seems to value insincere, or bought, obeisance—the flapping and fussing of a maître d’—more than heartfelt fandom, which lacks the piquancy of humiliation.—
Ian Parker,
New Yorker,
22 Dec. 2025
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And a jicama salad is my personal favorite, balancing heat in piquancy and chill in temperature.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The brain needs time to shift out of the day, so a bath, quiet reading or low-stimulation play in the 30 to 60 minutes before bed can go a long way.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Unlike most opioids, buprenorphine only partially activates opioid receptors, providing enough stimulation to prevent withdrawal and cravings while not causing euphoria.—
Rachel French,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2026
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Key Takeaways Capsaicin, the bioactive compound that gives chili peppers their pungency, can impact your gastrointestinal system and digestion.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Ginger contains more than 400 chemical compounds, but the anti-nausea effect primarily stems from two — gingerol and shogaol — which give the plant its pungency.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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When your salad dressing, marinade, or sauce needs a little extra zing, mustard is the secret ingredient.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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Rather, this engine emits a more droning zing.—
Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Newly out of school, Stanton was at first less interested in Smith’s ideas than she was attracted to the excitement and glamour of his circle.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Following the main festival, an exclusive after-party at Stadium Club keeps the excitement flowing as guests get to know their city’s newest craft spirit.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Our market reacts to rate cuts more than any other stimulus.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2026
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But economists expressed disappointment over the government’s limited stimulus.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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The chill one and the thrill seeker If one partner wants to go paragliding but the other is scared of heights, Grozdon said a compromise is in order.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the sheer thrill of bargain hunting, Champagne believes a deeper transaction takes place at the estate sales.—
Zoey Goto,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Provocativeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provocativeness. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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