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something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
Europe in Columbus's time imported rare and valuable spices from the Indies
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Recent Examples of spices
The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
The spices are roasted in a pan until fragrant and golden and then ground into a fine powder.
—Madhushree Basu Roy, Saveur, 30 Apr. 2026
From there, ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices add depth and complexity.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Once the Cornish pasty came to Jamaica, it was transformed with curry, cumin, and other spices, along with Scotch bonnet peppers to give it even more of a kick.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Feel free to mix up your spices.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
As well a wine list with plenty of Cretan and Grecian options, refreshing cocktails and mocktails capture the flavors of the mountain slopes, think tea, mint and lemongrass, with olive sugar and soda, or Tsikoudia (raki) infused with pineapple tea and spices.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Pizza with an Indian twist Tandoori Pizza is a hit with its creative blending of Indian spices, sauces and toppings with Italian pizza.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
The technique is dead simple (all by hand) and takes a delightfully heavy hand with spices.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
The spices are roasted in a pan until fragrant and golden and then ground into a fine powder.
—Madhushree Basu Roy, Saveur, 30 Apr. 2026
From there, ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices add depth and complexity.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Once the Cornish pasty came to Jamaica, it was transformed with curry, cumin, and other spices, along with Scotch bonnet peppers to give it even more of a kick.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Feel free to mix up your spices.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
As well a wine list with plenty of Cretan and Grecian options, refreshing cocktails and mocktails capture the flavors of the mountain slopes, think tea, mint and lemongrass, with olive sugar and soda, or Tsikoudia (raki) infused with pineapple tea and spices.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Pizza with an Indian twist Tandoori Pizza is a hit with its creative blending of Indian spices, sauces and toppings with Italian pizza.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spices
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Using scents like green apple or berries will fill your home with a great aroma without compromising on any cleaning.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Surround yourself with the colors and scents of the tropical plants, plus learn about the secrets of the local awapuhi plant from the florists themselves.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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With the molcajete, flavors are deeper and richer, and the texture is superior as well.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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At Culinary Masters, Lo is transforming the traditional English breakfast into an ode to New Orleans, adding a dose of the city’s many flavors and cultures into the cuisine.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
27 Apr. 2026
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The fragrances are super yummy, and the formulas are incredibly hydrating.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
30 Apr. 2026
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Strong Fragrances Strong fragrances from perfume, soap, or cleaning products can trigger an asthma attack.—
Sanja Jelic,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2026
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They’re made with flour, sugar, butter and eggs, whisked together with flavorings such as anise, lemon, vanilla and cocoa, then baked in a special device.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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Their 2022 Bullnose Syrah is inky purple in the glass with aromas of violet, black cherry, and cherry cola.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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Over time, this will dull the flavors, flatten the aromas, and shorten the beer's shelf life.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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Floral perfumes and scented deodorants attract them.—
Ryan Brennan
May 1,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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Floral perfumes, deodorants and even certain moisturizers can make things worse.—
Ryan Brennan
May 1,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 May 2026
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“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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