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
In these muffins, orange juice does just that, while the fruit’s zest perfumes the batter.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
For another, Kohl’s needed a turnaround CEO, whereas at Levi’s, Gass inherited a company turned around years earlier by Bergh but where her zest for innovation and experience in running stores could help Levi Strauss grow at a critical juncture in its long history.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Anna reactivates her zest for cooking when Matteo’s father unexpectedly must drop out of cooking the final meal at the local summer festival, with Anna moving to prepare a nontraditional pot of shrimp and grits to the unexpected glee of those who’re tasting it.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2026
Fragrant herbs like tarragon, flat-leaf parsley, mint, dill and chives add depth, while lemon zest brightens every bite.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2026
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
For another, Kohl’s needed a turnaround CEO, whereas at Levi’s, Gass inherited a company turned around years earlier by Bergh but where her zest for innovation and experience in running stores could help Levi Strauss grow at a critical juncture in its long history.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Anna reactivates her zest for cooking when Matteo’s father unexpectedly must drop out of cooking the final meal at the local summer festival, with Anna moving to prepare a nontraditional pot of shrimp and grits to the unexpected glee of those who’re tasting it.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2026
Fragrant herbs like tarragon, flat-leaf parsley, mint, dill and chives add depth, while lemon zest brightens every bite.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zest
spice
Noun
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The recipe calls for fresh thyme but feel free to try other herbs and spices such as sage or curry.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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This does double duty as a spice grinder.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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