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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
Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
The menu fuses classic techniques with Caribbean and Keys spices and flavors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Doro Wat, a traditional Ethiopian chicken stew, slow cooked with berbere spices, onions, and served with injera.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
The new dip is made with Hass avocados, onions, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers and spices, finished off with a hint of lime flavor and a chunky texture.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
Filled with flavor from a variety of spices, guests will be wowed by the flavor of this simple dish that lets the slow cooker do most of the work.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The technique is dead simple (all by hand) and takes a delightfully heavy hand with spices.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 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
This makes for more collaborative fun, but obviously limits the customization levels of broth types and spices depending on your group.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
The menu fuses classic techniques with Caribbean and Keys spices and flavors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Doro Wat, a traditional Ethiopian chicken stew, slow cooked with berbere spices, onions, and served with injera.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
The new dip is made with Hass avocados, onions, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers and spices, finished off with a hint of lime flavor and a chunky texture.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
Filled with flavor from a variety of spices, guests will be wowed by the flavor of this simple dish that lets the slow cooker do most of the work.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The technique is dead simple (all by hand) and takes a delightfully heavy hand with spices.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 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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Over the years, Malone has worked extensively with Zara, creating a range of fragrances at different price points that sell alongside the retailer’s in-house scents.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Choose a Seasonal Scent Candles, diffusers, and room sprays can help set the scene with scents that feel both fresh and of-the-moment.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The best cotija has layers of milky, grassy, nutty flavors that marry perfectly with not just Mexican dishes but all things savory.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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In fact, Americans of all backgrounds are seeking out new global flavors and authentic experiences, according to market research company Datassential.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Over the years, Malone has worked extensively with Zara, creating a range of fragrances at different price points that sell alongside the retailer’s in-house scents.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The World Peace Rose Garden, established in 2003, holds more than 650 roses with more than 153 varying colors and fragrances, and is a part of the International World Peace Rose Gardens organization.—
Kat Tran
May 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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One visible consequence of this administrative action was the reformulation of traditional root beer, which shifted from sassafras to artificial or alternative flavorings, often derived from wintergreen.—
Kari Traylor,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Apr. 2026
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The grocer is ditching even more artificial preservatives and flavorings.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2026
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By preparing traditional Slovenian dishes, my mother filled our home with delicious aromas but also connected Barron to his heritage.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Try clean citrus scents like lemon and bergamot, or something a bit more herbaceous like rosemary or basil, to complement kitchen aromas.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
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Creating fragrances today People don't realize what goes into developing perfumes, according to Blanc.—
Cecilia Vega,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
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Strong floral perfumes and deodorants also attract mosquitoes.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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