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also savour
1
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
Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Many people enjoy packing a picnic lunch to savor the scenic views and peaceful surroundings.
—Monty Davis, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, on top of all the basic needs, you're also supposed to monitor screens, provide enrichment, serve the right snacks, show up to every event and somehow savor every moment.
—Danielle Marie Holland, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
Readers who savor wordplay as much as suspense should look up this clever mystery.
—Ron Charles, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
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Verb
Imagine strolling through streets lined with architecture that whispers tales of the past, discovering unique treasures in shops housed within historic buildings, and savoring local flavors in a setting that exudes timeless charm.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Many people enjoy packing a picnic lunch to savor the scenic views and peaceful surroundings.
—Monty Davis, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, on top of all the basic needs, you're also supposed to monitor screens, provide enrichment, serve the right snacks, show up to every event and somehow savor every moment.
—Danielle Marie Holland, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
Readers who savor wordplay as much as suspense should look up this clever mystery.
—Ron Charles, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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Will folic acid affect the taste of tortillas?—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 12,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Garner may have the same taste in books, but their takes on warm winter knitwear couldn’t be more different.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The deliciousness of her cooking, but also the storytelling.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
28 Dec. 2025
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At El Paisa, the brisket is so juicy, owing some of its deliciousness to being cooked in lard.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
24 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The cake is Darjeeling tea–flavored, which is the Champagne of teas, just like Budweiser is the Champagne of beers and Lemon Spindrift is the Champagne of seltzers.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
7 Nov. 2025
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The cherry-flavored, spicy soda was given a quirky name to compete with the doctor.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Ball enjoys every second of their interactions, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The winner will get to enjoy Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California, with a full official Super Bowl Experience, including round-trip airfare, three-night hotel accommodations, plus a $1,000 gift card for expenses.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Spanx Supersmooth PerfectFit Ponte Wide Leg Pant These patterned pants are an easy way to spice up your winter wardrobe.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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This easy version features onion and bell pepper and is spiced with garlic, cumin, and oregano.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Trump knows that well and clearly relishes the inauthentic.—
James Warren,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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But after more than two decades relishing his role as the gleeful contrarian, the persona has now become more true character than occasional outlandish caricature.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Musical theater loves a go-getter, and halfhearted irony just can’t stand up to this much zazz.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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And petite travelers like myself will love that these are no-hemming-required, thanks to their 7/8 length that ends in a cheeky kick flare right below the calf.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The prospectors liked to compare the warm, unctuous caress of the silt on their legs and thighs to the kisses of ten thousand lips, rather than imagine that the river had nothing to offer them—except mud.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Bagail 8-piece Packing Cube Set While dress codes during the day skew casual on board a ship, passengers do like to dress up at night, which means the pressure is on to pull together a classy outfit that’s not on repeat.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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