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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 spices
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
Eid, a Palestinian man who was born and raised in Jordan, imports his seasonings from the Middle East to bring another level of authenticity to his dishes.
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Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Because of its sponge-like texture, versatile eggplant is perfect for absorbing spices and seasonings.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The kitchen dry storage rack with seasonings and lemon juice was dotted with 21 droppings.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
The company, which started in 1947 in Conecuh County, Alabama, has a potent combination of enticing hickory smoke and a patented blend of seasonings that set their products apart from the usual offerings in the grocery-store meat case.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Deen later released several other products as part of an online shop, including seasonings and jewelry.
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Gamsa's Sesame Garlic Savory flavor blends oats, quinoa, rice and seasonings like sesame, garlic and tamar, a gluten-free soy sauce, for a quick and easy breakfast.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, the Ghost Pepper Dry Rub comes with savory blend of classic Louisiana seasonings and fiery Ghost Pepper and the Garlic Parm Dry Rub features a rich and savory blend of parmesan cheese and aromatic garlic.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
Kra Pow is a Thai dish made of ground meat (usually pork), made with Thai basil, thai chili, fish sauce, and other aromatics and seasonings.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Because of its sponge-like texture, versatile eggplant is perfect for absorbing spices and seasonings.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The kitchen dry storage rack with seasonings and lemon juice was dotted with 21 droppings.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
The company, which started in 1947 in Conecuh County, Alabama, has a potent combination of enticing hickory smoke and a patented blend of seasonings that set their products apart from the usual offerings in the grocery-store meat case.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Deen later released several other products as part of an online shop, including seasonings and jewelry.
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Gamsa's Sesame Garlic Savory flavor blends oats, quinoa, rice and seasonings like sesame, garlic and tamar, a gluten-free soy sauce, for a quick and easy breakfast.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, the Ghost Pepper Dry Rub comes with savory blend of classic Louisiana seasonings and fiery Ghost Pepper and the Garlic Parm Dry Rub features a rich and savory blend of parmesan cheese and aromatic garlic.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
Kra Pow is a Thai dish made of ground meat (usually pork), made with Thai basil, thai chili, fish sauce, and other aromatics and seasonings.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasonings
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This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Bottled at 50% ABV, the inaugural expression was praised for its vibrant tropical fruit notes and unexpected flavors like chocolate and dulce de leche, typically found in aged spirits.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This is due to essential oils that slowly evaporate as spices age, leaving them dull in flavor.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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The New Extraction Economy Early colonial powers extracted gold, spices and resources from distant lands while giving little back to local communities.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Add some lemon zest, or change the flavorings, maybe add a ripple of crumb topping in the middle—just makes a new cake.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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Our sweet flavorings are sometimes subtle, like the raisins in our picadillo and the pomegranate sauce that’s spooned into bowls of our noodle soup.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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This includes liquids and liquidy things, such as any drink, yogurt, syrup, soup, jams and jellies, condiments, or anything jarred in oil, as well as spreadables like nut butters, pâté, creamy cheeses, frosting, and dips and spreads such as hummus.—
Jessie Beck,
AFAR Media,
16 Sep. 2025
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Nosrat devotes a whole chapter of Good Things to homemade condiments, components, and toppings.—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Processing channels like frozen, dried, purees, sauces, and meal kits offer enormous potential to utilize every strawberry, apple, and tomato that comes out of the field.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Chicken cutlets are a weeknight hero—the thin cut of meat cooks quickly and easily takes on a lot of flavor from pan sauces.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From Saison’s signature Welcome Tea — a delicate bundle of eight herbs and flowers that greets every guest—to the meticulous multi-course progression that unfolds with tableside presentations and impeccable attention to detail, dining here isn’t just a meal.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Visitors span inner-city apartment dwellers who grow herbs on fire escapes and rural families planning orchard plots.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Seasonings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasonings. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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