as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
dumped in more spices to add some zest to the marinade
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Recent Examples of zest
Meanwhile, grate 2 teaspoons zest from the lemon and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice.
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Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025
Be sure to chop the lemon zest finely and remove any seeds that may fall out of the lemons when juicing.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2025
Scatter the pistachios over the salad and garnish with additional lemon zest and black pepper.
—Wire Report, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
The gin is fresh and assertive on the nose, featuring powerful juniper aromas, followed by citrus zest and cucumber.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025
Be sure to chop the lemon zest finely and remove any seeds that may fall out of the lemons when juicing.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2025
Scatter the pistachios over the salad and garnish with additional lemon zest and black pepper.
—Wire Report, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
The gin is fresh and assertive on the nose, featuring powerful juniper aromas, followed by citrus zest and cucumber.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zest
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When brewed with both milk and water, the cardamom-rich spice blend spreads a soothing warmth through my entire soul.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Apr. 2025
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Blossoming flowers in all variations serve as a versatile base, contrasting and blending numerous notes—from fresh citrus to woody spice—for a scent profile that’s far more unique.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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