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as in zest
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
a new hobby will add spice to your life
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Recent Examples of spice
Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, where Lost Cherry leans boozy and Cherry Ambition brings the spice, PHLUR’s take on cherry walks a line between juicy and dark.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2025
Its large chicken tenders are first brined, then breaded, fried and spiced.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The spicy oil is the right amount of spice for my liking.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, where Lost Cherry leans boozy and Cherry Ambition brings the spice, PHLUR’s take on cherry walks a line between juicy and dark.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
All chicken tenders are spiced-to-order, with seven levels of heat.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2025
Its large chicken tenders are first brined, then breaded, fried and spiced.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spice
Noun
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The scent of hay recalls a memory of summer camp.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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The scent of smoke and the rhythm of song fill what silence the storm left behind.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Rows of metal shelves display all sorts of treats infused with local flavors – a result of the mixing pot of cultures in Hawaii.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The greens, seasoned to perfection with layers of flavor, are a nod to heritage and the comfort of soul food.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Chop herbs, zest citrus and measure dry ingredients for baking so everything is ready to go when the cooking starts.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
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Remove skillet from heat; uncover and stir in lemon zest and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Made in collaboration with Givaudan’s Custom Essence and manufactured in Italy, the fragrance is priced at $75 for a 20-ml bottle that fits in the palm of a hand.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
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The fragrance-free formula nourishes both scalp and lengths, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, ceramides, and niacinamide working together to hydrate, strengthen, and support a healthier hair environment.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Pumpkin spice flavoring is used in candles, marshmallows, coffees, lotions, yogurts, pretzels, cookies, milk and many other products.—
Shelley Mitchell,
The Conversation,
24 Oct. 2025
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Sometimes artificial ingredients are used to give drinks an attractive appearance, texture, or color, or added for flavoring, or as a preservative to help prevent spoiling.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
17 June 2024
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The scent boasts creamy coconut and vanilla notes that give it a beachy feel, while citrus and woody undertones offer a clean, herbal aroma.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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The aroma du jour at Aromas del Perú went a long way as a state inspector shut down the Coral Gables location of the South Florida chain for a day last week.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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Smoke from debris fires mixes with a faint tang of fuel from the few generators that still have gas.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Their buttery richness will cut through the tang of salad without competing with other hearty sides, like sweet potato casserole.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Spice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spice. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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