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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
Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025
The typically unflappable guard let his arms linger for a couple of seconds, as if to savor the breakthrough.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Spend 10-15 seconds savoring each of the positive aspects of the experience so it can be encoded into your nervous system.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Whether savoring fish tacos or watching the sunset with toes in the sand, relaxation is palpable with every breath of fresh ocean air.
—Pismo Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Emerald Check Kettle The standout Emerald Check Tea Kettle can make tea time an experience worth savoring.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025
The typically unflappable guard let his arms linger for a couple of seconds, as if to savor the breakthrough.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Spend 10-15 seconds savoring each of the positive aspects of the experience so it can be encoded into your nervous system.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Whether savoring fish tacos or watching the sunset with toes in the sand, relaxation is palpable with every breath of fresh ocean air.
—Pismo Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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Açaí Berries Açaí berries are tiny fruits with deep purple skin and an earthy, slightly bitter taste.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
12 May 2025
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Her musical tastes are the byproducts of her parents’ listening habits.—
David Chiu,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Iran is enriching uranium to near weapons-grade levels and has enough material for several bombs, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency, though no weaponization has been detected.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2025
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The formula is enriched with aloe and coconut oil to soothe and hydrate, plus vitamin B5 to help maintain a supple finish throughout the day.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
7 May 2025
Verb
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Please enjoy the holiday season and take time to unplug.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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And while everyone tends to enjoy the release videos, the internet scrutiny surrounding the Colts might cause teams to think twice in the future.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Noun
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For decor, Pollock says to let bold colors and spicy details bring the flavor.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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Best Time to Visit Zion National Park is open year-round, and each season brings a different flavor of adventure.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2025
Verb
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Data scientists analyze complex datasets to extract actionable insights, a role that AI enhances rather than replaces.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Nine miles south in Bridgeport, the White Sox — 12 games behind the Cubs in the standings — relished in getting one over on their crosstown rivals.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Casemiro brings a veteran’s nous to these matches; continually seeking small ways to make his team play better before relishing any opportunity to make the opposition play worse.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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