as in juiciness
the quality or state of being full of juice
the succulence of the apple was such that the first bite sent juice running down my chin
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Recent Examples of succulence
Chris suggests speedier options like Kendra’s Crispy Pork Cutlets with Kimchi Slaw, which are pounded, breaded and pan-fried, for fast weeknight succulence.
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Bon Appétit, 30 Oct. 2024
This turkey burger relies on favorite pantry items and fresh fruit to provide succulence and flavor.
—Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 1 July 2024
In this white chili recipe, the dry leftover turkey stews low and slow in chicken or turkey broth to bring moisture and succulence back to the meat.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2023
At the Disco, Paramore and any other band willing to push its songs past melodic succulence toward something richer, tangier, queasier.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 21 Sep. 2023
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Bon Appétit, 30 Oct. 2024
This turkey burger relies on favorite pantry items and fresh fruit to provide succulence and flavor.
—Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 1 July 2024
In this white chili recipe, the dry leftover turkey stews low and slow in chicken or turkey broth to bring moisture and succulence back to the meat.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2023
At the Disco, Paramore and any other band willing to push its songs past melodic succulence toward something richer, tangier, queasier.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 21 Sep. 2023
See All Example Sentences for succulence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for succulence
juiciness
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Power of You is a tempting scent with palpable juiciness, creamy warmth, and balance.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
14 Mar. 2026
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But the magic lies in Chipotle’s chicken choice (thighs, which deliver more flavor, fat, and juiciness than chicken breasts) and the marinade (which is warm and smoky thanks to chipotle peppers in adobo, cumin, and ancho chile powder).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Succulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succulence. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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