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something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
Europe in Columbus's time imported rare and valuable spices from the Indies
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Recent Examples of spices
Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The challenge for recipe developers and home cooks alike has been finding reliable and consistent brands of harissa that balance aromatic spices and chile heat.
—Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Jan. 2026
One of Green’s favorite preparations is a pearl onion gratin, where frozen onions are slowly cooked with butter, a pinch of sugar, and warm spices until lightly caramelized, then finished with cream, Gruyère, and a crisp breadcrumb topping.
—Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
It's made from simmering bones and cartilage together with spices and vegetables.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Balance out the heat by adding a tinge of maple syrup—or double up on the spices by topping your butter with paprika or chipotle.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
This rich, creamy mix of spinach and artichoke, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and savory herbs and spices is a frozen aisle favorite.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
This cocktail starts with Jamaican rum, where the spices are complemented by local coffee shop Daisy Chain's honey, and also by the surprising-but-welcome rim of Honey Nut Cheerios.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 28 Jan. 2026
Using a variety of spices in your cooking makes dishes taste great—but spices can also provide benefits for your health, too.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Jan. 2026
Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
Pair it with a bun maska—a Parsi soft bun filled with butter and cream—or the famous Mumbai street sandwich, filled with chutney, vegetables, cheese and spices.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The challenge for recipe developers and home cooks alike has been finding reliable and consistent brands of harissa that balance aromatic spices and chile heat.
—Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Jan. 2026
One of Green’s favorite preparations is a pearl onion gratin, where frozen onions are slowly cooked with butter, a pinch of sugar, and warm spices until lightly caramelized, then finished with cream, Gruyère, and a crisp breadcrumb topping.
—Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
It's made from simmering bones and cartilage together with spices and vegetables.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Balance out the heat by adding a tinge of maple syrup—or double up on the spices by topping your butter with paprika or chipotle.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
This rich, creamy mix of spinach and artichoke, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and savory herbs and spices is a frozen aisle favorite.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
This cocktail starts with Jamaican rum, where the spices are complemented by local coffee shop Daisy Chain's honey, and also by the surprising-but-welcome rim of Honey Nut Cheerios.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 28 Jan. 2026
Using a variety of spices in your cooking makes dishes taste great—but spices can also provide benefits for your health, too.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spices
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Boy Smells makes playful body and hair mists that come in seven scents, including Cherry Slay and Lycheelicious.—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
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The greenery, towering 20 feet above the congregation, brought scents of the forest into the Abbey, and it was said at the time to reflect the couple’s love of the countryside.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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This showstopper of a dessert mashes up the bold caffeinated flavors of classic tiramisu with the perfectly wobbly, creamy perfection of panna cotta.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Unlike unsweetened or plain baking chocolate, bittersweet chocolate can contain flavors like vanilla and emulsifiers like soy lecithin.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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Both Trumps participate in numerous business ventures, selling everything from watches, fragrances and Bibles for him to jewelry, Christmas ornaments and digital collectibles for her.—
Darlene Superville,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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Roasty and savory like garlic butter before dessert, where fragrances can become an abnormal testament to a brief, unyielding safety.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Liquor’s base is Forty Creek whisky, along with dairy cream and artificial flavorings consistent with the cinnamon-bun profile.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
17 Jan. 2026
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Some may also contain natural flavorings such as lemons and cucumber.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
26 Dec. 2025
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This natural chemical reaction triggers browning, richer flavor, and tempting aromas.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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Sophisticated with an Old World sensibility, this wine offers aromas of chocolate-mocha, black currant, tobacco, and pencil led.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Try to find a product free of perfumes and additives that might harm plants.—
Jon VanZile,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
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The best hair perfumes can make your strands smell as good as the rest of you, without committing to a full wash day.—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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