1
as in bites
a small piece or quantity of food
I'll just have a taste of your dessert
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2
as in likings
positive regard for something
trying to develop a taste for classical music
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1
as in experiences
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an adventurer who has tasted danger and lived to tell the tale
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2
as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
by your language I can taste that something is wrong
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Recent Examples of tastes
Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
The county could seek to change Indian Creek to something more palatable to 21st-century tastes, yet officials might want to nudge trustees in the tiny village of Indian Creek to consider a different name.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
That was a nod to his personal tastes.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
Freight thieves do have other tastes.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
There will be tastes of over 80 beers from more than 40 breweries along with hard kombucha, cider, spirits, live music, local vendors and food.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But as tastes changed, so did Brimhall's vision.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
As much as people enjoy a good Cinderella story—and a scrappy Siena very nearly provided one Thursday afternoon against Duke—a final can never get chalky enough for advertisers’ tastes.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 2 Apr. 2026
This new restaurant next to the 74-year-old Silver Wheel roller skating rink on Grants Lane serves breakfast and lunch that tastes home-cooked with dessert that is worth a stop alone.
—Ella Gonzales
april 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
For 1 in 23 people, Tuesday is also brown, tilted to the left, and tastes metallic.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
And that kind of movie almost always tastes rotten — no matter how long it’s been sitting in theaters.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
Revenge is a dish … that tastes damn good, even after 36 years.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Warm from the oven and dotted with beloved toppings (spicy banana peppers, olives, an anchovy or 10), each bite tastes almost exactly like your favorite slice.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Mar. 2026
The sun is shining so bright that the fruit tastes like jam with a dash of Sicilian sunshine; sweet and sun-drunk, a moment that forced me to slow down.
—Jenn Rice, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
If summer tastes like a tomato sandwich, then spring definitely tastes like this salad.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
Milton, who does it full-time, posts exquisite videos of the food, with mood music to suit the vibe of each or talks colorfully about the tastes.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
The county could seek to change Indian Creek to something more palatable to 21st-century tastes, yet officials might want to nudge trustees in the tiny village of Indian Creek to consider a different name.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
That was a nod to his personal tastes.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
Freight thieves do have other tastes.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
There will be tastes of over 80 beers from more than 40 breweries along with hard kombucha, cider, spirits, live music, local vendors and food.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But as tastes changed, so did Brimhall's vision.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
As much as people enjoy a good Cinderella story—and a scrappy Siena very nearly provided one Thursday afternoon against Duke—a final can never get chalky enough for advertisers’ tastes.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
But life tastes sweeter nowadays.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 2 Apr. 2026
This new restaurant next to the 74-year-old Silver Wheel roller skating rink on Grants Lane serves breakfast and lunch that tastes home-cooked with dessert that is worth a stop alone.
—Ella Gonzales
april 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
For 1 in 23 people, Tuesday is also brown, tilted to the left, and tastes metallic.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
And that kind of movie almost always tastes rotten — no matter how long it’s been sitting in theaters.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
Revenge is a dish … that tastes damn good, even after 36 years.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Warm from the oven and dotted with beloved toppings (spicy banana peppers, olives, an anchovy or 10), each bite tastes almost exactly like your favorite slice.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Mar. 2026
The sun is shining so bright that the fruit tastes like jam with a dash of Sicilian sunshine; sweet and sun-drunk, a moment that forced me to slow down.
—Jenn Rice, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
If summer tastes like a tomato sandwich, then spring definitely tastes like this salad.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tastes
Noun
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These creepy crawlers cause itchy bites and are hard to kill.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Once a raccoon bites a person, the animal often must be euthanized and tested for rabies, a reality that rescue groups say already happens frequently when owners are unprepared for the challenges of keeping the animals.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In neighboring Kenya, which experiences seasonal flooding each year, at least 88 people have been killed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Rattlesnakes, which are typically most active in spring and summer, appear to have been drawn out earlier than usual this year as the Southland experiences the hottest March on record.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Someone senses something is wrong — unstable snow, deteriorating conditions, a risky route — but speaking up means challenging the plan and slowing everyone down.—
Jane Sadowsky,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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And yet, Rachel senses, something is not right.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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But now, the future of Lucille’s American Cafe, a Weston comfort-food institution serving up mouthfuls of nostalgia since 1999, is unclear.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While extinctions are always multi-faceted, the extermination of some species can be almost directly linked to the insatiable appetites of modern humans.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Changing consumer appetites Once the primary source of community news and information, local TV news stations are struggling with their own tough story, one marked by declining ratings, stagnant revenue growth and rapid shifts in how media is consumed in the internet era.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Yuri undergoes a pretty big character arc this season and is forced to grow in a lot of ways.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2026
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This means the hair boasts 80% cuticle alignment, maintains its sumptuous, silky texture after 20+ washes, and undergoes only minimal, delicate acid-washing for sanitation without compromising its integrity.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Lemon said that might no longer be a dealbreaker for some candidates, but feels that as a Black man, he’d be held to a different standard.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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From tackling the clutter that traps dust to cleaning out your gutters, a spring clean-up can make a meaningful difference in how your home feels.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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For more wonderful panoramas of the Douro river, nip over to Arco Das Verdades – a small, friendly wine bar with a decent selection of traditional Portuguese nibbles.—
Irenie Forshaw,
TheWeek,
19 Mar. 2026
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Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ — Test yourself on baseball bests and nutty nibbles.—
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FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Tastes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tastes. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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