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as in flavor
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
I can't stand the taste of cherry-flavored cough syrup
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2
as in mouthful
a small piece or quantity of food
I'll just have a taste of your dessert
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3
as in liking
positive regard for something
trying to develop a taste for classical music
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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
by your language I can taste that something is wrong
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Recent Examples of taste
Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Supporters will say that a wealth tax is needed to make sure everyone gets a taste of booming wealth, but the path to equity comes from a healthy economy that doesn’t disincentivize success.
—Matt Fleming, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
John Lewis has brought his barbecue restaurant to Atlanta, but was immediately confronted with unpleasant-tasting water.
—Sheeka Sanahori - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Over the years, neon’s popularity has ebbed and flowed with changes in taste and pop culture.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Supporters will say that a wealth tax is needed to make sure everyone gets a taste of booming wealth, but the path to equity comes from a healthy economy that doesn’t disincentivize success.
—Matt Fleming, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
Cauliflower and broccoli leaves taste like a cross between kale and collard greens and sweet potato shoots are fine for eating as well.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
John Lewis has brought his barbecue restaurant to Atlanta, but was immediately confronted with unpleasant-tasting water.
—Sheeka Sanahori - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for taste
Noun
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The creation of co-owners and chefs Sachi Statz and Victor Santos, veterans of the Michelin Bib Gourmand breakfast-and-lunch restaurant Tinta y Cafe, Tin Tin revels in the blending of Cuban flavors and Italian cuisine, sometimes with a stroke of French influence.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Boka’s Ashley Santoro’s drinks program emphasizes cocktails with savory flavors and rare ingredients, plus old-world wines and premium sakes.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Turn your head to the side, unhinge your jaw, and prepare for a glorious mouthful.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
14 Dec. 2025
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And so, with rumbling heart and saliva pasting tongue to teeth (fury's alchemy gave her a mouthful of metal), Noelle plunged a finger into the manila corner and ripped open the fabric of her world.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Beyond the smooth texture, the skirt features dainty lace trim accents across the middle and around the hem, a vintage floral pattern, and a delicate drawstring at the waist to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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Washington under both Republican and Democratic presidents has thrown America’s weight around to mold the region to its liking.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Just about every corner of North America has experienced a super-sized helping of continentality in this winter’s weather.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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For most fans, bringing home a souvenir from a live sporting event is one of the most exciting things to experience.—
Josh Taylor,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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When choosing your heating cables, Yost recommends self-regulating cables, which automatically sense and adjust their temperature to melt frozen spots and keep water moving in the gutters.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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Daniel Gregory of The Roofing Guys in Tulsa sensed that something changed after the pandemic.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoma Watch,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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From comfort food classics to more elevated plates, several bites stood out at a preview event.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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Guests will naturally gravitate towards these pairings, ensuring the perfect bite.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Pamela Anderson, Ayo Edebiri and Selena Gomez are among the stars who styled the bombshell blow-out once beloved by the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor and more.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Spend by the likes of Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, HBO Max, Paramount+ and Apple TV will shoot up 6% this year, helping lead to a 2% increase in overall global content spend, Ampere forecast.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In November, Brooks detailed the invasive and non-invasive procedures and treatments she's undergone.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Originally built in 1991, the 3,416-square-foot single-level estate recently underwent a meticulous reimagining—one that balances durability and artisan craftsmanship.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Taste.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taste. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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