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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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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, 7 Nov. 2025
Smoke from debris fires mixes with a faint tang of fuel from the few generators that still have gas.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Their buttery richness will cut through the tang of salad without competing with other hearty sides, like sweet potato casserole.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
The key is to tame their bitterness by blanching the slices quickly in the pasta pot, then sear them in olive oil to caramelize them slightly, soften their tang and give them golden edges.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Rather than using commercial yeast, hoochMKE’s breads are made with wild sourdough yeast, leading to a longer leavening process and a distinct tang.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Smoke from debris fires mixes with a faint tang of fuel from the few generators that still have gas.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Their buttery richness will cut through the tang of salad without competing with other hearty sides, like sweet potato casserole.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
The key is to tame their bitterness by blanching the slices quickly in the pasta pot, then sear them in olive oil to caramelize them slightly, soften their tang and give them golden edges.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
Noun
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After you’re done cleaning up the kitchen or tackling tough stains around the house, a simple wash with oxygen bleach or a hint of chlorine bleach can make white towels look new again.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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The mix of spices held a hint of spiciness, but still pretty flavorful and wasn’t overwhelming.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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This quintessential New Orleans cocktail, the Sazerac, has a beautiful spice character from the rye whiskey, compared to an Old Fashioned that would use the sweeter bourbon.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
10 Jan. 2026
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Many chili recipes can get out of control, calling for a long list of spices, but this one delivers big flavors by calling for the perfect amounts of just the right ones.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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 contrast stripes running down the sides of the legs add a fun, sporty touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat Add a polished touch to travel-friendly joggers, leggings, jeans, or sweats with these leather ballet flats.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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The man whom Navarro likes to call the Boss seems to value insincere, or bought, obeisance—the flapping and fussing of a maître d’—more than heartfelt fandom, which lacks the piquancy of humiliation.—
Ian Parker,
New Yorker,
22 Dec. 2025
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And a jicama salad is my personal favorite, balancing heat in piquancy and chill in temperature.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In one lavish dinner scene, revelers carry on their conversations amid a cacophony of clanging silverware.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 Dec. 2025
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Purdy helped provide a big momentum boost with a 33-yard strike to Kittle directly into the wind with 15 seconds to play that set up a 25-yard field goal by Matt Gay, with the ball hitting the upright and clanging through for three points and a 10-8 halftime lead.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
1 Dec. 2025
Noun
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That’s when Niue’s glimmer of a tourist season, which coincides with winter in the Southern Hemisphere, springs into high gear.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
6 Jan. 2026
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The good news, however, is that the agreement offers a glimmer of hope for users who want TikTok to stay for good.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
27 Dec. 2025
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Depending on the recipe, it is infused with orange blossom or citrus zest, resembling an American fruit cake.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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Archery Summit 2023 Chardonnay has aromas of Anjou pear, citrus blossom, and mandarin zest with balanced acidity and flavors of honeydew and cantaloup melons, candied orange peel, and brown baking spices.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Tang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tang. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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