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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
In addition to classic ingredients like crunchy celery and creamy mayonnaise, this version adds smoky bacon pieces and all the seasonings and ingredients that make a tangy ranch like buttermilk, parsley, garlic, and onion.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 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
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Kimchi Kimchi is a spicy, tangy Korean dish made by fermenting vegetables, such as cabbage or radishes, with salt and seasonings.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
These foods are mild by nature and rely on condiments and seasonings for satisfaction.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Nearly all andouille available in America these days is Cajun-style andouille, which is made with pork butt (technically, the shoulder portion of the pig), pork fat, garlic, salt, and spicy seasonings like cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, chili powder, black pepper, and/or filé powder.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 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
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Kimchi Kimchi is a spicy, tangy Korean dish made by fermenting vegetables, such as cabbage or radishes, with salt and seasonings.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
These foods are mild by nature and rely on condiments and seasonings for satisfaction.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Nearly all andouille available in America these days is Cajun-style andouille, which is made with pork butt (technically, the shoulder portion of the pig), pork fat, garlic, salt, and spicy seasonings like cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, chili powder, black pepper, and/or filé powder.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasonings
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Just a little acid went a long way in brightening up all the flavors and cutting through the richness of the sauce.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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There are currently more than 20 core dairy flavors in addition to several dairy-free and vegan options.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Offer plastic ware, condiments, etc.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Toss all the condiments on there?—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
8 May 2026
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One visible consequence of this administrative action was the reformulation of traditional root beer, which shifted from sassafras to artificial or alternative flavorings, often derived from wintergreen.—
Kari Traylor,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Apr. 2026
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The grocer is ditching even more artificial preservatives and flavorings.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2026
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The beef is seasoned with tandoori spices, black pepper and salt, then smoked low and slow until tender, pulled apart and served on soft bread with masala onions and Dhaba’s cilantro giardiniera aioli.—
Sam Flemming,
AJC.com,
14 May 2026
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Here, okra meets sweet corn, Cajun spices, and buttery garlic breadcrumbs.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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The pineapple coconut curry from the Krishna Temple in Udupi, the dal from the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the sweet rice from the Jagannath Temple in Puri, and the modaks from the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai resonated with me far more deeply than the sauces I was taught in culinary school.—
Vikas Khanna,
Time,
13 May 2026
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The bowls can pull double duty and be used to serve dressings, sauces and dips as well.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
12 May 2026
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Their strong scent and low growth habit make onions suitable companion plants for many vegetables, herbs, and flowers.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2026
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Cilantro Cilantro also needs plenty of water to grow properly and should be kept far away from sage and other Mediterranean herbs like lavender and rosemary.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 May 2026
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“Seasonings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasonings. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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