1
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
the young author's novel is surprisingly earnest, tackling its subject without the slightest tang of irony
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2
as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
there's a real tang to her poetry—it's not all sweetness and light
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Recent Examples of tang
Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Wide yellow sands, endless skies, and the tang of salt in the air that had seemed ordinary in childhood suddenly felt magnetic.
—Rohan Banerjee, Time, 23 Aug. 2025
Tastes of dark chocolate, treacle, soy, and a salty tang that keeps your palate guessing with each sip.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
There’s a light tang in the sauce, great flavor in the cheese and a harmony among ingredients that shows real intention behind the food.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
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Verb
The old fashioned has a touch of tang from pomegranate, smoothed out by cherry bark vanilla bitters.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Wide yellow sands, endless skies, and the tang of salt in the air that had seemed ordinary in childhood suddenly felt magnetic.
—Rohan Banerjee, Time, 23 Aug. 2025
Tastes of dark chocolate, treacle, soy, and a salty tang that keeps your palate guessing with each sip.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
There’s a light tang in the sauce, great flavor in the cheese and a harmony among ingredients that shows real intention behind the food.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
Noun
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However, there are no such hints for players in Season 3, who are sorted into teams at the beginning of their time in Borderland and told where to go for the next match.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Le Monde Gourmand's warm yet spicy scent, with hints of nutmeg, sandalwood and musk, is the perfect aroma for sweater weather.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Both are tender and delicious with smooth, savory fillings that include fine cheeses and spices.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
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By definition, herbs are the pungent leafy portions of certain plants, while spices are derived from seeds, fruits, flowers, or roots.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Prices at the auction were gong up and up.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The former Vice President’s choice to spotlight his work this evening, on a night all about celebrating the accomplishments of successful Black trailblazers in this country, was also clearly intentional—and a fitting touch, no less.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
28 Sep. 2025
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Shrader’s third goal of the night came courtesy of Chawinga again, this time after driving the ball to the end line before releasing it to Shrader at close distance, requiring only a touch to control and another to slot it in.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
17 June 2024
Noun
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Another name for the quarterback jersey, another glimmer of hope amid despair.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
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And Detroit Public Schools Community District has improved in many state test categories — a glimmer of hope that new academic interventions targeting struggling students are working.—
Lily Altavena,
Freep.com,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In an extra-large bowl toss apple chunks, lemon zest, and lemon juice.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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Stir together oil, lemon zest and 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic in a medium bowl.—
Sonal Dutt,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Wanderlust may clash with the daily grind.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Meghan Markle’s sorority days may show why she was doomed to clash with the British royal family.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Tang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tang. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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