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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
Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
Next, take a few moments to savor the activity, before, during or after the experience.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Order a refreshing bubbly with light bites like crispy zucchini chips and savor the views of Midtown, Wall Street, the Hudson Rivers, and the bridges stretching across the East River.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
With so much more to play for, this was no time for the 47-year-old Fitzgerald to savor any of that or its implications.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
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Verb
At Maas, one of four restaurants and bars at Rosewood Miyakojima, guests can savor the freshest seafood sourced from the waters off of Okinawa.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
Next, take a few moments to savor the activity, before, during or after the experience.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Order a refreshing bubbly with light bites like crispy zucchini chips and savor the views of Midtown, Wall Street, the Hudson Rivers, and the bridges stretching across the East River.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
With so much more to play for, this was no time for the 47-year-old Fitzgerald to savor any of that or its implications.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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Locate the canvas size and adjust it according to your taste. 5.—
Josh Dury,
Space.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Case in point are the house’s artworks, many of which are by Italian artists and reflect an aristocratic taste for the Grand Tour, a tradition in which elite young men traveled through Europe between the 17th and 19th centuries.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For decades, Trump claimed, other nations had erected trade barriers to shut U.S. companies out of their markets, all the while enriching themselves through access to American shoppers.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Netanyahu Demands More Stringent Terms Speaking at the Jewish News Syndicate policy conference in Jerusalem, Netanyahu insisted that any agreement must eliminate Iran's capacity to enrich uranium.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The capital mainstay is home to a spacious dance floor — perfect for a hoedown or two — and a lush outdoor patio to enjoy a cool gin and tonic on the grass.—
Nico Lang,
Them.,
21 Apr. 2025
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Buckwheat Though technically a seed, buckwheat is enjoyed in the same way as whole grains.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Every Friday, the family-friendly Thalassa Brunch transforms the cozy setting into a lively evening filled with Greek flavors and music from a live band and DJ that eventually sees diners take to the floor.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The latest limited-edition flavor to grace the shelves of your local grocery store is one of the brand’s first sweet-and-savory innovations, creating a very special cookie born from a beloved snack.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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This approach enables companies to tailor marketing strategies and personalize offerings, thereby enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Kourtney Kardashian Barker relishing every moment with her baby boy.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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What is indisputable, however, is that Trump relishes busting norms, expanding presidential power and signing dozens upon dozens of executive orders.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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