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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
Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Efficiently mill spices instantly and easily with a rechargeable spice grinder.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Letting spices die in your cabinet!
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Toss tofu sticks in a mix of cornstarch, spices, and sesame seeds.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Apicius wrote of the importance of balance in brining, using spices like dill, mustard seed, and coriander seed to create complex flavors that complemented meals.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
The Spicy Chicken Sandwich features a juicy marinated chicken breast breaded in a fiery blend of spices and topped with lettuce and tomatoes to cool things down.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Barsotti’s version of garam masala — the warm spices typically used in butter chicken — include cumin, garlic and almonds.
—Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
By about 1500 trade in the Indian Ocean was dominated by Arab, Indian, Malay, and Chinese merchants, who together used various seafaring craft to transport a spectrum of cargo, from spices to elephants.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Efficiently mill spices instantly and easily with a rechargeable spice grinder.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Letting spices die in your cabinet!
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Toss tofu sticks in a mix of cornstarch, spices, and sesame seeds.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Apicius wrote of the importance of balance in brining, using spices like dill, mustard seed, and coriander seed to create complex flavors that complemented meals.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
The Spicy Chicken Sandwich features a juicy marinated chicken breast breaded in a fiery blend of spices and topped with lettuce and tomatoes to cool things down.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Barsotti’s version of garam masala — the warm spices typically used in butter chicken — include cumin, garlic and almonds.
—Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
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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For Diptqyue, camellia oil is the star ingredient, with hair mist alternatives for many of their most popular scents, including Fleur de Peau.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
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Our top pick is the CalmNFiz Shower Steamers, which come with eight relaxing scents like grapefruit and lavender.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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The pints have 12 grams of protein and come in chocolate, coffee, salted caramel, strawberry and vanilla flavors.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Oreo Cakesters — First released in 2007 and discontinued in 2012, these soft, cake-like Oreos returned to store shelves in January 2022 after a 10-year hiatus, with additional flavors introduced.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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But many room sprays contain harsh, migraine-inducing synthetic fragrances that leave much to be desired.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
2 Apr. 2026
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Individual components—such as wetness indicators, adhesives, dyes and fragrances—would also fall under the disclosure requirements.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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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,
25 Feb. 2026
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So did barbecue lighter fluid, dry cleaners, paints, deodorants, breweries, and the ethanol in the aromas from commercial bakeries.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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Cooks tend the iconic grill in full view, sending up smoky aromas and satisfying sizzles that are the restaurant’s heartbeat.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
20 Mar. 2026
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Sorce’s signature perfumes only add to the fairytale.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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His fragrance, Three Flowers, became one of the most successful perfumes of its time.—
Sudhir Gupta,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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