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Recent Examples of zing
Noun
Watch the video to find out, and as a bonus, see who zings Danny Bronx and why. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 4 May 2023 These dishes are rich, comfort foods that require a crisp wine to cut through the fat and zing your palate. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2022
Verb
Full of zing and depth, the season remains just as thrilling as the first. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025 The eggs and mozzarella cheese provide protein, and the salsa gives the burrito a wake-up zing. Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 19 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for zing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zing
Noun
  • When beating, whip with vigor using a fork instead of a whisk.
    Megan Zhang, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The Gilded Heiress dips into the world of the wealthy, but its primary focus is on the working-class, which Shupe renders with electric vigor in a genre so often dominated by those breathing rarefied air.
    EW.com, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The beef is tender, and the broth has that nice aromatic spice that is immediately soothing and associated with a classic beef noodle soup.
    Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Expect bold flavors—the sauces aren’t shy about their spice.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Mechanical engineers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have developed a new framework that speeds up the design of shock-absorbing foam materials, used in everything from sports and military helmets to spacecraft landing struts.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Warmer temperatures increase evaporation, drying out rivers, reservoirs, soil and vegetation, and speeding up Earth’s water cycle as more water goes back into the air for precipitation.
    John Leos, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • As the evening goes on, DJs take over the rooftop, giving the night a festival-like energy against the Fort Worth skyline.
    Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
  • According to sources at Valdebebas, the teenager has impressed with his energy, tireless running, constant offering for the ball and strong personality.
    Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Add some juice and zest to the cream cheese layer.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
  • To the bowl with the onions, add the goat cheese, heavy cream, herbs, and lemon zest and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
    Jeremiah Langhorne, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • One play later, Mahomes dashed into the end zone.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Then the Pioneers scored again in the first quarter when Richardson dashed four yards to culminate a 10-play drive.
    Pat Wheeler, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • That being said, there are natural ingredients that can harm your marble as well, namely vinegar and lemon juice.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
  • In a large bowl, combine lemon zest and juice, shallot, salt, and black pepper.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.
    David Sims, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.
    Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 17 June 2024

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“Zing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zing. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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