as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
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Recent Examples of zesty
Its herbal notes and zesty acidity will cut through the rich cheese while complementing the fresh flavors in the dish.
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Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
This gorgeous recipe, featured in their cookbook Crowded Kitchen, balances the berries with tangy goat cheese, creamy avocado, crunchy pepitas, and a zesty lime-jalapeño-mint dressing.
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Lexi Harrison,
Midwest Living,
10 June 2026
Meanwhile, Marsanne adds weight and texture through the mid-palate, and Chenin Blanc contributes vibrancy and a bright, zesty finish.
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Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
The buddy cops’ zesty chemistry goes out on a high as Detective Campbell and Lieutenant Cole bicker next to ambulance at the film’s end.
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Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
5 June 2026
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Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
This gorgeous recipe, featured in their cookbook Crowded Kitchen, balances the berries with tangy goat cheese, creamy avocado, crunchy pepitas, and a zesty lime-jalapeño-mint dressing.
—
Lexi Harrison,
Midwest Living,
10 June 2026
Meanwhile, Marsanne adds weight and texture through the mid-palate, and Chenin Blanc contributes vibrancy and a bright, zesty finish.
—
Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
The buddy cops’ zesty chemistry goes out on a high as Detective Campbell and Lieutenant Cole bicker next to ambulance at the film’s end.
—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
5 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for zesty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zesty
Adjective
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This sweet and spicy guacamole contains chunks of golden mango mixed with a combination of jalapeño peppers and habanero pepper purée, plus onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, and, of course, Hass variety avocados.
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Even the sweet-and-spicy combinations showing up on menus this summer usually start with a base of garlic or ginger.
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When prepared with skill, shrimp can be tender and sweet, perfect for dipping in tangy, piquant cocktail sauce.
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The piquant dish is lacquered with strawberry-guajillo barbecue sauce, while a punchy coleslaw with Fresno chile vinaigrette rounds things out.
Adjective
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
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Sweet and spicy pepper jelly makes these fast-fix wings extra delicious.
Adjective
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
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The body was inside a bag in the trunk of a gray vehicle, which was opened by police due to its pungent smell.
Adjective
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The sushi bar serves fresh fish and zingy flavors at reasonable prices, and the tonkotsu ramen is deeply satisfying.
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These fragrances carry that same memory: ionic and subtly zingy, softened by an indulgent warmth that lingers.
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The sweetness of summer corn combined with the smoky, salty richness of bacon makes this easy pasta extra dreamy.
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The pink sand, salty air and delicious oysters didn’t hurt.
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zesty. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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