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as in dressings
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish
the chef poured sauce over the meat just before he served it
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as in liquors
slang
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
as soon as she returned home from the graveyard shift, she'd be hitting the sauce
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Recent Examples of sauces
Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
New Sauce The star of Knocked Up, Neighbors, and The Studio just launched a new partnership with the famed Italian-American brand Carbone, which has expanded in recent years beyond its iconic New York City restaurant roots to offer jarred versions of its sauces at retailers nationwide.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
From PB&Js and dips to smoothies and sauces, almost all of us have experienced the familiar flavor of peanut butter.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Cornstarch isn’t just for thickening sauces, gravies, and pie fillings.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026
The Honey-Chipotle, Nashville Hot and Buffalo versions are tossed in their respective sauces and served with white cheddar mac and cheese and fries.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Wing baskets are made-to-order, and there are a dozen sauces to choose from.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Cookware made with copper is thus known for its even heating and responsiveness to changes in temperature, capable of accommodating subtle adjustments for finicky things like sauces and custards.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Noun
Its meals provide a low sugar option with homemade low calorie sauces.
—Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
New Sauce The star of Knocked Up, Neighbors, and The Studio just launched a new partnership with the famed Italian-American brand Carbone, which has expanded in recent years beyond its iconic New York City restaurant roots to offer jarred versions of its sauces at retailers nationwide.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
From PB&Js and dips to smoothies and sauces, almost all of us have experienced the familiar flavor of peanut butter.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Cornstarch isn’t just for thickening sauces, gravies, and pie fillings.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026
The Honey-Chipotle, Nashville Hot and Buffalo versions are tossed in their respective sauces and served with white cheddar mac and cheese and fries.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Wing baskets are made-to-order, and there are a dozen sauces to choose from.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Cookware made with copper is thus known for its even heating and responsiveness to changes in temperature, capable of accommodating subtle adjustments for finicky things like sauces and custards.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sauces
Noun
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Ask for no dressings, sauces, or cheese, pass on the bun, and go for extra lettuce and tomatoes instead.—
Jennifer Berger,
Verywell Health,
27 Apr. 2026
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Another company, which sells wound care products like bandages, dressings, pads and sponges to nursing homes and other medical facilities, plans to raise its prices by 15% in a matter of weeks.—
Anne D’Innocenzio,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Across the property, robust cocktail and mocktail menus showcase fresh fruits and local liquors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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On top of high-quality tacos, Nixtaco also distills its own liquors.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For entertaining, consider this set with a sofa, two chairs, and a coffee table large enough for serving small dishes and drinks.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pair it with palazzo jeans for a ’70s vibe that is perfect when the plans call for dinner and drinks.—
Ángela Belda,
Glamour,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sugar alcohols, such as xylitol and erythritol, also have the potential to raise blood sugar, which can be an issue for those with diabetes.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
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Beyond methanol, the researchers successfully extracted hydrogen from diverse sources, including other alcohols and raw biomass materials like glucose and cellulose.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Zaslav has become a symbol of a changing Hollywood, where jobs and budgets are being sacrificed to M&A and consolidation that enriches a handful of insiders.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Get the recipe > Maple syrup enriches the batter for this bread pudding redolent with cinnamon and studded with raisins.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The footage, taken inside the ballroom at the Washington Hilton, shows a woman wearing a black fur coat picking up two bottles as other guests rush to exit.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Elsewhere in the room, one journalist could be seen pouring himself another glass of wine — perhaps understandable under the circumstances — and other guests apparently grabbed bottles on their way out.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Dovetail is tequila with maraschino liqueur, grapefruit and lime juices, and a couple dashes of Peychaud’s bitters, shaken and served up.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2026
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Wash them regularly to remove sugary or syrupy residues from garbage such as soda or fruit juices, which attract foraging bees.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sauces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sauces. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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