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as in spicy
hinting at or intended to call to mind matters regarded as indecent
salty language that earned the movie an R rating
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as in savoury
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
a salty, insightful analysis of male-female relationships
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Recent Examples of salty
Scientists have reason to believe that some of the moons in our solar system – like Jupiter’s Europa and Saturn’s Enceladus – may contain deep, salty liquid oceans under an icy shell.
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James F. Holden, The Conversation, 21 July 2025
Snack smarter with these salty pretzel nuggets filled with creamy almond butter.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Safety Warning Lake Mead Warning Issued Over 'Lethal Temperatures'
Americans Told Not to Drink Coffee in 11 States
The NWS urged all hikers to carry a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, salty snacks, sufficient water, and an electrolyte mix.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Because of crowds, noise and salty language, tournament organizers recommend against bringing children.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025
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James F. Holden, The Conversation, 21 July 2025
Snack smarter with these salty pretzel nuggets filled with creamy almond butter.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Safety Warning Lake Mead Warning Issued Over 'Lethal Temperatures'
Americans Told Not to Drink Coffee in 11 States
The NWS urged all hikers to carry a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, salty snacks, sufficient water, and an electrolyte mix.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Because of crowds, noise and salty language, tournament organizers recommend against bringing children.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salty
Adjective
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Lauren's house was wiped clean of all physical evidence, right down to stray hairs in her drain, which is really salt in the wound.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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The only seasonings in this corn casserole are salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper.—
Robin Miller,
The Arizona Republic,
8 Aug. 2024
Adjective
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Popeyes Offers for Popeyes reward members include a free six-piece purchase with any $5 purchase and free six-piece spicy bone-in wings with the purchase of any wing order.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
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That's right — after a full season of Hot Topics, spicy cohost clashes, high-profile political guests, and even courting pointed responses from the White House, The View talk show stars have gone off the air for the year.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Donald Trump sued Dow Jones, News Corp, Rupert Murdoch and two Wall Street Journal reporters on Friday over an explosive report that the president wrote a 2003 birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein that contained suggestive language.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
18 July 2025
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As the night came to a close, Jonathon was walking the Golden ladies to their bedrooms when April caught him off guard with a suggestive comment.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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And the vistas of sea and cityscape are as delicious as the food.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Poaching an egg is one of the healthiest ways to cook an egg, not to mention one of the most delicious.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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The tapenade, a pungent combination of olives, garlic, capers and anchovy, can be prepared by hand or in a food processor and can serve as a base to a bright salad of tomatoes and peppers.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
22 July 2025
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The outdoor space includes a full commercial-style kitchen, perfect for pungent cooking.—
Tiffani Sherman,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Salty, savory, and sensational—this is comfort food, reimagined.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The whole sandwich is rich, savory, and bright all at once.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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The palate dances with vibrant strawberry-raspberry notes and gets a zesty finish from citrus notes.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Add a few leaves of lettuce, the patties and then the spicy sauce and zesty green onions.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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From plates of Jamon Iberico and piquant tomato salads to fresh sea bass and succulent steaks, the vibe here harnesses a hyper-local sensibility that roots you in the destination.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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My favorite dish here was a piquant ceviche served with tortilla chips.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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“Salty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salty. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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