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also savour
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as in taste
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
a gourmet who can identify the ingredients in any dish solely by their savor
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2
as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
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also savour
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
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Recent Examples of savor
Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025
So, games like Friday night’s matchup in the District of Columbia, where the two countrymen meet head-to-head, are worth savoring.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Carl, who spent much of the day photographing bark and woodpeckers, was savoring his 12th night camping this season, a personal best.
—Devon O’Neil, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
History buffs can revel in Texas' past, while foodies can savor the delicious cultural flavors that reflect Brownsville's unique traditions.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Adults are invited to come to the Grand Social, relax in a private cabana or gather around a fire pit, savoring craft cocktails and seasonal bites.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025
So, games like Friday night’s matchup in the District of Columbia, where the two countrymen meet head-to-head, are worth savoring.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Carl, who spent much of the day photographing bark and woodpeckers, was savoring his 12th night camping this season, a personal best.
—Devon O’Neil, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
History buffs can revel in Texas' past, while foodies can savor the delicious cultural flavors that reflect Brownsville's unique traditions.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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If the black isn’t to your taste, the slippers are also available in gray and brown.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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This can happen because of changes in hormones, taste, and sense of smell.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The deliciousness of her cooking, but also the storytelling.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
26 Oct. 2025
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Cooking fresh spinach for this dip is key to its deliciousness.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Mild, hot, or even turkey sausage are good choices, but avoid sweet or maple-flavored, as the cornbread muffins add enough sweetness already.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Pan de muerto, a traditional sweet bread, decorated with dough shaped cross-bones, flavored with orange zest and topped with sugar, is often enjoyed on the holiday.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Avery is very quickly excluded from the suspect pool thanks to the time stamp on a photo of her and her father enjoying dinner together on their own at a local diner.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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Both ends of the leash will simply enjoy having people pet the therapy dog, chat with the handler, try to calm their nerves before running their big race, and, hopefully, have a significant, measurable feeling of relaxation.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Use everyone's favorite hot sauce to spice up your chicken noodle soup.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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Chef Merito’s Limited Edition Seasoning Bottles Chef Merito is spicing up Día de los Muertos celebrations this year with the launch of their new limited edition Carne and Pollo seasoning bottles, a festive twist on the brand’s beloved blends that bring authentic flavor to every family meal.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Veronica Swift relishes the challenge.—
Helena Alonso Paisley,
Miami Herald,
4 Nov. 2025
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After some time, Hamlin emerged from his car and was greeted by his Joe Gibbs Racing teammates, relishing the fact his sixth attempt at a title wasted away despite leading 208 of the 319 laps after starting on the pole.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In addition to Hemsworth, Chalotra and Allan reprising their starring roles, season 5 of The Witcher will likely feature other characters fans have grown to love.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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Not all college students love having their parents close by.—
Russell Shaw,
The Atlantic,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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There’s a lot to like about the way the Sabres have played, though.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Choi likes to precut carrots, celery, onions and fennel.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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