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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
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Add low-sodium seasonings like herbs, spices, and olive oil to enhance the beans' natural flavors.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 1 Nov. 2025
The egg whites, spirits, and extra spices don’t involve much extra effort.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
This was the most Zen hospital room of all time — crystals and candles, herbs, incense, oils, spices and tea.
—Ahmir “questlove” Thompson, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
The Cinnamon Horchata in particular was a favorite for its just-right balance of sweetness and warm spices.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Oct. 2025
Or try fattoush, the Middle Eastern salad that does similar work with pita, and often includes spices such as sumac.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Oct. 2025
Along the road, shoppers thronged the market stalls, buying live chickens, vegetables, spices, snacks, and sundries.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Your family or guests will enjoy the fragrant spices, nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture of the sweet treat, but the purple color, which is similar to that of blueberries, will be the real conversation starter.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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This cake is buttery and full of spices.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Add low-sodium seasonings like herbs, spices, and olive oil to enhance the beans' natural flavors.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 1 Nov. 2025
The egg whites, spirits, and extra spices don’t involve much extra effort.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
This was the most Zen hospital room of all time — crystals and candles, herbs, incense, oils, spices and tea.
—Ahmir “questlove” Thompson, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
The Cinnamon Horchata in particular was a favorite for its just-right balance of sweetness and warm spices.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Oct. 2025
Or try fattoush, the Middle Eastern salad that does similar work with pita, and often includes spices such as sumac.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Oct. 2025
Along the road, shoppers thronged the market stalls, buying live chickens, vegetables, spices, snacks, and sundries.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Your family or guests will enjoy the fragrant spices, nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture of the sweet treat, but the purple color, which is similar to that of blueberries, will be the real conversation starter.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spices
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This buttery balm started with a single Vanilla flavor and has since expanded to 10 shades and scents, including cozy Brown Sugar, juicy Cherry, and shimmery Birthday Cake.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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At Fairmont Mayakoba’s spa, rest and re-energize with the textures, colors, and scents of ancient Mayan culture.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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The varied flavors of Tulum and the wider world are highlighted in the resort’s 11 restaurants and bars.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
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Darling Doughnuts This small-but-mighty bakery is known for its rotating menu of housemade donuts that go far beyond basic flavors.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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According to Euromonitor data, fragrances in the Middle East and Africa grew 11 percent in 2024, compared with 7 percent globally.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Members of the Beauty Insiders loyalty program can save up to 20 percent on makeup, haircare, skincare, fragrances, and more through November 10.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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New additives like preservatives, flavorings and vitamins were infused into them, and they were packaged in novel ways to withstand hard helicopter drops, wet beach landings and days at the bottom of rucksacks.—
Alice Callahan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The chain has also recently reformulated its Member’s Mark brand to replace artificial food dyes and questionable ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, aspartame, and flavorings with natural options.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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Your family will come home to delicious aromas wafting through the house from this classic slow-cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Tea lovers will love indulging in the flavors and aromas of these 24 black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas from Vahdam Tea.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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Buyers don’t want to be reminded of strong perfumes that resurface certain memories when touring a home, so rose scents of any kind should only be enjoyed after a homeowner is done touring their property.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Likewise, the product offering grew over the years to include several licenses, ranging from jeans and perfumes to home — the latter called Valentino Più.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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