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as in flavors
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
the stew was too bland before they added the seasoning
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as in condiments
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food
she thinks salt is the ideal seasoning for all batter-fried foods
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Recent Examples of seasonings
Take a sample spoonful, then adjust seasonings as desired.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
The shrimp is cooked with short ribs and a whole bunch of seasonings and a Scotch bonnet chile for a hint or heat.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
French fries are Somssi-fied with two seasonings, homemade furikake and powdered kimchi cheese.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
Additionally, the pulp (flesh) is the part that's eaten—but the leaves are also used to make tea and seasonings, according to Morales.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 28 May 2026
This eclectic six-pack of grill seasonings adds flavor to any protein.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Toppings such as spices, seasonings, condiments and sauces have climbed almost 4%.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 23 May 2026
Chicken and rice are affordable, easy to prep in bulk, and simple to customize with vegetables, sauces, or seasonings.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2026
Per the alert, headcheese is a ready-to-eat pork deli meat product made of meat and seasonings in a loaf or jelly-style product.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
The shrimp is cooked with short ribs and a whole bunch of seasonings and a Scotch bonnet chile for a hint or heat.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
French fries are Somssi-fied with two seasonings, homemade furikake and powdered kimchi cheese.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
Additionally, the pulp (flesh) is the part that's eaten—but the leaves are also used to make tea and seasonings, according to Morales.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 28 May 2026
This eclectic six-pack of grill seasonings adds flavor to any protein.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Toppings such as spices, seasonings, condiments and sauces have climbed almost 4%.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 23 May 2026
Chicken and rice are affordable, easy to prep in bulk, and simple to customize with vegetables, sauces, or seasonings.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2026
Per the alert, headcheese is a ready-to-eat pork deli meat product made of meat and seasonings in a loaf or jelly-style product.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasonings
Noun
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The Blue Coconut Refresher features coconut, strawberry and açaí flavors, and is shaken with ice and blue spirulina.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Krispy Kreme had also expanded its core lineup, adding nine new flavors, plus four seasonal doughnuts that rotate regularly, CharlotteFive previously reported.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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Salad Dressing Like condiments, salad dressing has a long shelf life and exposure to periodic fluctuating temperatures should not impact flavor or safety.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
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No condiments are provided; none are needed.—
Tony Sachs,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Many family recipes call for other flavorings like onions, Worcestershire, tomato paste, and vinegar.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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Rather than burn tobacco, e-cigarettes heat up a liquid consisting of nicotine, flavorings and additives that are inhaled as vapor.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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Installing an oversized pegboard in the pantry can be a great way to organize dry goods, spices, and extra cookware that would otherwise disappear into the back of a shelf.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
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What Makes Baked Beans A Classic Side Dish Baked beans typically consist of navy beans cooked in a mixture of brown sugar, molasses, water, salt pork or bacon, mustard, salt, and spices.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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Its Aroma Italia program covers classic Italian cuisine and cooking techniques, while specialized programs focus on niches like bread, pizza, pastries or sauces.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Specialized programs focusing on bread, pizza, pastries or sauces typically run about 12 days.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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Switch up your herbs and spices.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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This recipe focuses on freshness, using fresh corn, as well as fresh herbs including chives, parsley, and thyme.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
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“Seasonings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasonings. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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