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
Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 19 May 2026
For all the polish and precision of his cooking, Lagasse’s own tastes are refreshingly straightforward.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The company’s massive collections of individual data and market-lapping algorithms means the company didn’t need to program to tastes, never mind build an audience.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
What beef tallow tastes like Flavor is the other big argument for tallow.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
And don’t be a snob about English wines; the Camel Valley Pinot Noir Rosé Brut in particular tastes like sunset in a glass.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
Jets of flame, glitter guns and wind machines worked overtime in a show that celebrated Europe’s eclectic musical tastes.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
They are used to replace the tastes and textures of high-calorie foods while providing fewer calories.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 11 May 2026
The month of May continues, which means a plethora of sporting options to suit your viewing tastes.
—Lukas Weese, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In a world full of over-the-top snacks and viral desserts, there’s something comforting about a classic piece of chewy taffy that tastes like summer vacation.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Rotten food looks wrong, smells wrong and tastes wrong — not by accident, but by design.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Which masticating juicer is Cold press juicers slowly crush and press fruits and vegetables, producing a high yield of juice that tastes great and retains the bulk of its nutrients.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Who needs pretty when the food tastes this good?
—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
The bold flavor of coffee masks earthy adaptogen tastes well.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
This naturally leads to reporters questioning how the meat tastes.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Either way, there is a better way to sip a creamy alcoholic drink that actually tastes like something without having to resort to saccharine premade nog.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
Sure, the box office hasn’t returned to full strength since COVID, and major franchises — Marvel too — haven’t been immune to the changing tastes of audiences.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 19 May 2026
For all the polish and precision of his cooking, Lagasse’s own tastes are refreshingly straightforward.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The company’s massive collections of individual data and market-lapping algorithms means the company didn’t need to program to tastes, never mind build an audience.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
What beef tallow tastes like Flavor is the other big argument for tallow.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
And don’t be a snob about English wines; the Camel Valley Pinot Noir Rosé Brut in particular tastes like sunset in a glass.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
Jets of flame, glitter guns and wind machines worked overtime in a show that celebrated Europe’s eclectic musical tastes.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
They are used to replace the tastes and textures of high-calorie foods while providing fewer calories.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 11 May 2026
The month of May continues, which means a plethora of sporting options to suit your viewing tastes.
—Lukas Weese, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Verb
In the clip, the TV personality tastes some very hot food, learns about horticulture and even tries his hand graffiti.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In a world full of over-the-top snacks and viral desserts, there’s something comforting about a classic piece of chewy taffy that tastes like summer vacation.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Rotten food looks wrong, smells wrong and tastes wrong — not by accident, but by design.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Which masticating juicer is Cold press juicers slowly crush and press fruits and vegetables, producing a high yield of juice that tastes great and retains the bulk of its nutrients.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Who needs pretty when the food tastes this good?
—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
The bold flavor of coffee masks earthy adaptogen tastes well.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
This naturally leads to reporters questioning how the meat tastes.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Either way, there is a better way to sip a creamy alcoholic drink that actually tastes like something without having to resort to saccharine premade nog.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tastes
Noun
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County health officials advise residents to prevent mosquito bites and reduce the risk of getting the virus.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Come hungry, because there are Chinese bakeries, noodle shops, small vendors and many other affordable bites.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
Verb
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That shift is reflected in the rise of products that support rest, recovery and ease, items like sleep solutions and feeding tools that directly impact how a mother experiences her daily routine.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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But the conversation, the thing the customer experiences most directly, has been left to improvisation.—
Pete Hanlon,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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But Golden State and Cleveland could try to lure the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in an effort to win now – especially if James senses the Lakers are set on moving on in a different direction without him.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Trigeminovascular System Activation Initiates Headache Pain The initiation of cortical spreading depression, which is linked to an aura, also activates the trigeminovascular system, a network of nerves and blood vessels in your head that senses pain and sends signals to your brain.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 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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And national chain restaurants are paying attention to the trend, marketing new menu items to sell to customers with smaller appetites.—
Connie Ogle
May 14,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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As more Americans take weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, appetites are shrinking.—
Khloe Quill , Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The Jaguars will play at Camping World Stadium in Orlando in 2027 while their home field, EverBank Stadium, undergoes major renovations.—
Scott Turick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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On loan from the Bayeux Museum in Normandy while that museum undergoes renovations, the Bayeux Tapestry will be on view at the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027.—
Anne Doran,
ARTnews.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Plus, the crisp white colorway feels especially suited for summer use and travel to warmer destinations.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Grogu is still in training, but Luke feels his heart isn't in it.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
Noun
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In recent years, Amazon’s assumption of the Thursday Night Football package and exploratory nibbles from the likes of YouTube have poured billions of bonus bucks into the league’s coffers.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 May 2026
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The only nibbles came from a handful of Division II or Division III programs.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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“Tastes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tastes. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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