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
This man, who was so integral to the fabric of this franchise, and who added so much joy and zest to the Red Sox for decades, deserves a lot more from them.
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Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
Swap the lemon zest for orange, or use any citrus of your choice.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
In 2023, Alyssa Rivers of The Recipe Critic blog published a version with lemon zest, which helpfully brightens fatty fishes, as did Hajar Larbah, who runs the blog Moribyan.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Big Tree Farms sells a line of sauces and marinades, each with a base of coco aminos, and introduce other global zests like ponzu, lemongrass and tamarind in every bottle.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
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Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
Swap the lemon zest for orange, or use any citrus of your choice.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
In 2023, Alyssa Rivers of The Recipe Critic blog published a version with lemon zest, which helpfully brightens fatty fishes, as did Hajar Larbah, who runs the blog Moribyan.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Big Tree Farms sells a line of sauces and marinades, each with a base of coco aminos, and introduce other global zests like ponzu, lemongrass and tamarind in every bottle.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 9 Mar. 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 2 May. 2025.
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