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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
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Named for the festive green and red chile sauces that adorn the top, these chicken enchiladas are delicious any time of the year.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 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
Energy bites, soups, and sauces are also fair game.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
From Peel to Pulp Every part of this sassy citrus is edible and delightful–the juice, pulp, rind, and even the leaves used to make minty or fruity lemonades or Arnold Palmers, sweet and savory sauces, vinaigrettes, soups like Greek avgolemono, pilafs, picatas, risottos, and pasta dishes.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Moldy lemons were found in the reach-in cooler, raw eggs were stored over some sauces and several foods were stored at an unsafe temperature.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
Immersion blenders can purée soups and sauces right in the pot they’re cooked in.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
Wing baskets are made-to-order, and there are a dozen sauces to choose from.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Named for the festive green and red chile sauces that adorn the top, these chicken enchiladas are delicious any time of the year.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 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
Energy bites, soups, and sauces are also fair game.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
From Peel to Pulp Every part of this sassy citrus is edible and delightful–the juice, pulp, rind, and even the leaves used to make minty or fruity lemonades or Arnold Palmers, sweet and savory sauces, vinaigrettes, soups like Greek avgolemono, pilafs, picatas, risottos, and pasta dishes.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Moldy lemons were found in the reach-in cooler, raw eggs were stored over some sauces and several foods were stored at an unsafe temperature.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
Immersion blenders can purée soups and sauces right in the pot they’re cooked in.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sauces
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Gorgonzola Dolce, with its mild taste and creamy texture, works well in sauces, dressings, and spreads where a smoother, subtler flavor is desired.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2026
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Stipends and guards are temporary dressings on a chronic wound.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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On top of high-quality tacos, Nixtaco also distills its own liquors.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Ethanol, the type of alcohol in spirits, has a much lower freezing point than water, meaning high-proof liquors remain liquid even at subzero temperatures.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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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
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The owner of Massoni's Italian Restaurant in Perry Hall said Nelson left her restaurant on Wednesday, April 8, without paying after he was cut off from any more drinks.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Back in 2023, Panera was involved in multiple lawsuits due to its line of Charged Lemonade drinks.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Diarrhea Limit foods and beverages that contain sugar alcohols, high-fructose corn syrup and lactose, which might make diarrhea worse.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even if a fragrance features those winning base notes that Morgan outlined, a formulation that relies heavily on synthetics or alcohols may be a red flag for smelling cheap.—
Alexis Berger,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
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Mulching lawn clippings enriches soil with nutrients and boosts carbon sequestration.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
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Sitting at the cultural crossroads of Europe and North Africa has left the island with Greek, Byzantine, Arab, and Norman influences, among others—a mix that only enriches the local food, language, and architecture.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2026
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This buzzy wine playground in Old Town Scottsdale comes from Jack Borenstein and Jamie Hormel, the latter known for helming Wrigley Mansion (Phoenix) and its 16,000 bottles.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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A couple of wine bottles, cocktail mixers, and garnishes for your go-to party drinks will save you lots of time.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2026
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The seeds and surrounding juices inside uncooked tomatoes can be slightly bitter and astringent, so squeeze them out before chopping the flesh (this also prevents the sauce from getting too watery).—
Claire Saffitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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If the skillet is too large, the pan juices can burn.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sauces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sauces. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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