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Recent Examples of saltiness
The Ocean Observatories Initiative, or OOI, was set up in 2016 and is made up of around 900 instruments in parts of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans specially designed to withstand the immense pressure and corrosive saltiness of the ocean depths.
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Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
But the Aggies started to pick up steam in recent months and surged to earn his commitment, which could explain the saltiness from Canes fans regarding his announcement antics.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Shallots and a lemon vinaigrette balance watermelon's sweetness with a bite, while feta adds a pleasant saltiness.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
The saltiness of the pretzels complemented the coffee flavor perfectly.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2026
The pretzel bun gave it a little extra chew and saltiness, which helped balance out all that cheese sauce poured over the top.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Too heavy-handed with the saltshaker—a little squeeze will balance the saltiness in sauces and soups.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Soy sauce is a non-negotiable, both for drizzling over dumplings (more on that later) and for adding deeply savory saltiness to any dish.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
The cheese blend adds a little saltiness that balances with the crispy crust and touch of sauce.
—Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
But the Aggies started to pick up steam in recent months and surged to earn his commitment, which could explain the saltiness from Canes fans regarding his announcement antics.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Shallots and a lemon vinaigrette balance watermelon's sweetness with a bite, while feta adds a pleasant saltiness.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
The saltiness of the pretzels complemented the coffee flavor perfectly.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2026
The pretzel bun gave it a little extra chew and saltiness, which helped balance out all that cheese sauce poured over the top.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Too heavy-handed with the saltshaker—a little squeeze will balance the saltiness in sauces and soups.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Soy sauce is a non-negotiable, both for drizzling over dumplings (more on that later) and for adding deeply savory saltiness to any dish.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
The cheese blend adds a little saltiness that balances with the crispy crust and touch of sauce.
—Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
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“Saltiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saltiness. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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