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unsweetened

adjective

Definition of unsweetenednext
as in dry

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Recent Examples of unsweetened Immigrants probably first brought yogurt to the US in the nineteenth century, keeping cultures alive, making batches in home kitchens, and typically eating it as an unsweetened accompaniment to savory food. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 11 Aug. 2026 In a bowl over simmering water (aka double boiler), melt butter, chocolate chips, and unsweetened chocolate. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026 Blend 2½ cups frozen mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and/or blackberries), 1 cup filtered water or unsweetened coconut water, ¾ cup whole milk or 2% cottage cheese, and 2 Tbsp. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 July 2026 However, for the health-conscious, unsweetened ice tea is just as flavorful. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unsweetened
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsweetened
  1. dry
  2. soured
  3. sour
  4. tart
  5. acidic
  6. vinegary
  7. tangy
  8. acid
Adjective
  • Make sure skin is clean and dry so the patch sticks — skip body lotions or oils in this area.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Saalt Wear leakproof underwear is super comfortable, featuring patented leak technology that's ultra-thin and dry and works for everything from periods to bladder leaks, from teenage years to postmenopause.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of dry
Adjective
  • Brown sidestepped a question about the internal dysfunction that led to his exit from Philly, which included complaints about the Eagles’ offense and a soured relationship with Eagles QB Jalen Hurts.
    — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 2 June 2026
  • And while intention matters, some behaviors can unknowingly leave soured edges around a visit that’s otherwise completely lovely.
    — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of soured
Adjective
  • It’s seasoned with sumac, which has a distinctly sour, earthy flavor.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 Sep. 2026
  • More than half of the state’s likely voters believe that California is headed in the wrong direction, and 73% predict sour economic times in the state next year.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of sour
Adjective
  • Granny Smith Granny Smith apples are known for their bright green color and tart yet sweet taste.
    — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Savory and a little spicy, it’s made with tart Granny Smith apples and gets body and fullness from a russet potato.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of tart
Adjective
  • Editor Cam McLauchlin never cuts them into mere blitzes of limbs and blood, though DP Katelin Arizmendi’s acidic palette of yellows, greens and corporeal streaks of red does lend the realism a kind of pop-art splendor.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Black gum will adapt to most soil conditions, but must be planted in acidic soil.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2026
Definition of acidic
Adjective
  • In this preparation, they’re topped with a crunchy and tangy chow chow, a vinegary Southern relish of pickled vegetables.
    — Ryan McCarthy, Saveur, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Or a basic side salad can be replaced with Chinese spinach salad, an addictive appetizer made using blanched Taiwanese spinach, vinegary dressing and peanuts.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of vinegary
Adjective
  • The waffle was crisp around the edges and fluffy inside, with the juicy peaches and cream cheese adding a sweet, tangy richness.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2026
  • This hearty meal for two, with no cooking required, is made of a mountain of radicchio, iceberg, red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, salami, provolone cheese and chickpeas and tossed in a tangy red wine oregano vinaigrette.
    — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of tangy
Adjective
  • The idea that these two would have a five-minute-or-less breakup conversation, then plop down on the couch and happily embark on an acid trip together, strains credulity a little, even for this bizarre, codependent friend group.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In a sequencer that resembled a large fridge, millions of short nucleic-acid fragments would be identified in the span of ten hours.
    — Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of acid

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“Unsweetened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsweetened. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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