Examples of peppery in a Sentence
She's a peppery, outspoken woman.
the author of several peppery diatribes on religious intolerance
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Nasturtium plants themselves are edible, lending spicy, peppery flavor to salads.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Sharper and more assertive, Pecorino adds a peppery quality.
—Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Lower in alcohol and markedly less sweet than most European counterparts, this aperitif is quite fresh, with peppery notes of eucalyptus and a pleasantly tart currant flavor.
—Jerry & Krista Slater, AJC.com, 12 Apr. 2026
The richness of the pesto and mushrooms paired perfectly with the bright, peppery crunch of the arugula, creating a balanced and memorable bite.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Sharper and more assertive, Pecorino adds a peppery quality.
—Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Lower in alcohol and markedly less sweet than most European counterparts, this aperitif is quite fresh, with peppery notes of eucalyptus and a pleasantly tart currant flavor.
—Jerry & Krista Slater, AJC.com, 12 Apr. 2026
The richness of the pesto and mushrooms paired perfectly with the bright, peppery crunch of the arugula, creating a balanced and memorable bite.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2026
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“Peppery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peppery. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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peppery
adjective
pep·pery
ˈpep-(ə-)rē 
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