as in satisfying
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
a long drink of water at last satiated my thirst
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Recent Examples of satiating
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Eggs Protein is more satiating than fat or carbohydrates, and your body absorbs protein from eggs particularly well, stimulating PYY and GLP-1, while suppressing ghrelin.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2026
Top avocado toast with chunks of salmon for a satiating breakfast.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
And some researchers propose that, because whole milk is more satiating, kids who drink it are less likely to reach for other high-calorie foods.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
Ultraprocessed foods can leave you wanting more, whereas whole foods are more satiating.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Snubs Lorde Lorde returned to the spotlight earlier this year with her fourth studio album, Virgin, satiating fans who waited about four years since her last full-length release, 2021's Solar Power.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
And so, despite some emotionally satiating patriotic rhetoric on the campaign trail, Carney was deferential and complimentary to Trump on his courtly visit to the Oval Office shortly after winning the election.
—Dónal Gill, The Dial, 28 Oct. 2025
But experts consistently recommend berries for their satiating fiber, low sugar content, and powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties—all of that can set you up for a great day ahead, and better health in the long term.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
During leaner times, making geda was a simple way of stretching a pot of soup, turning something light into a more satiating meal.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Eggs Protein is more satiating than fat or carbohydrates, and your body absorbs protein from eggs particularly well, stimulating PYY and GLP-1, while suppressing ghrelin.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2026
Top avocado toast with chunks of salmon for a satiating breakfast.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
And some researchers propose that, because whole milk is more satiating, kids who drink it are less likely to reach for other high-calorie foods.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
Ultraprocessed foods can leave you wanting more, whereas whole foods are more satiating.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Snubs Lorde Lorde returned to the spotlight earlier this year with her fourth studio album, Virgin, satiating fans who waited about four years since her last full-length release, 2021's Solar Power.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
And so, despite some emotionally satiating patriotic rhetoric on the campaign trail, Carney was deferential and complimentary to Trump on his courtly visit to the Oval Office shortly after winning the election.
—Dónal Gill, The Dial, 28 Oct. 2025
But experts consistently recommend berries for their satiating fiber, low sugar content, and powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties—all of that can set you up for a great day ahead, and better health in the long term.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satiating
Adjective
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Automation could help at the margins — routing requests, pre-filling forms, or suggesting knowledge-base articles — but the core work still had to be done by people.—
Sanjay Srivastava,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Light, refreshing, and summery, this elegant but satisfying shrimp salad is ready in minutes and can be made ahead and served chilled.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 May 2026
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The key to a sweaty-and-satisfying workout?—
Amina Ayoud,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The dinner menu spotlights the local bounty and skews Mediterranean with standouts such as the laffa (a chewier pita) with baba ganoush or a spicy carrot harissa dip and lamb sliders with mango jam and shallot pickle.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Draped over crisp salmon like in this rice bowl (mole instead of spicy mayo; radishes instead of cucs); this is a form of recipe development, sewing together patches into a colorful quilt.—
Emma Laperruque,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Swapping sugary drinks for water or unsweetened options and eating more whole, fiber-rich foods can help support liver health over time.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
30 May 2026
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Among people with a history of adenomas, those who got less exercise and had less healthy diets (higher in sugary drinks and lower in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables) had more of the microbes typically elevated for people with both adenomas and colorectal cancer.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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The mouthfeel is smooth and substantial, richer than many entry-level bourbons yet not syrupy or cloying.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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And also very joyous without being sentimental or cloying.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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“Satiating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satiating. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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