as in spicy
having a powerfully stimulating odor or flavor
a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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Recent Examples of tangy
Our recipe includes melty, tangy sharp Cheddar cheese, which offers a flavorful, cheesy offset to the mild flavor of the egg white.
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Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
The tangy Bell Sauce and Jalapeño Honey Mustard sauces are also returning.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
After the brand underwent a redesign in 2000, Tajín started being exported around the globe and its tangy profile of mild chili peppers, lime and salt was appreciated for its use in cocktails.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Lime adds a tangy brightness to what is otherwise a fairly rich sauce thanks to cream cheese and Cheddar cheese.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025
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Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
The tangy Bell Sauce and Jalapeño Honey Mustard sauces are also returning.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
After the brand underwent a redesign in 2000, Tajín started being exported around the globe and its tangy profile of mild chili peppers, lime and salt was appreciated for its use in cocktails.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Lime adds a tangy brightness to what is otherwise a fairly rich sauce thanks to cream cheese and Cheddar cheese.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tangy
Adjective
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For decor, Pollock says to let bold colors and spicy details bring the flavor.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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There are also bento boxes, spicy tuna bowls, and crispy tempura.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The flapjack was fluffy, the taters were crunchy and buttery, the chorizo had a spicy kick, and the pungent sourdough bread crunched.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2025
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According to a Newsweek report on a YouGov poll, more than 80% of Americans consider disruptive behaviors—such as letting children play in the aisles, or eating pungent food—to be unacceptable.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Each chapter takes you right into a nonna's home in a different region—the pages read like a delicious road trip through the country.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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This countertop oven bakes the perfect pizza, delicious cookies and toasts evenly.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tangy. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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