: a Eurasian annual herb (Pimpinella anisum) of the carrot family having carminative and aromatic seeds
also
: aniseed
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Here is what the judges had to say: A fragrant embrace of baked sesame pastry and sweet cream cheese greets the senses, leading to a sumptuous palate of toffee, baked apple, and anise, all wrapped in a silky texture.
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Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Different types of swallowtails, including western tiger, pale, and anise, can be seen at Jack’s Peak, Johnston says.
—A.k. Whitney, Oc Register, 4 June 2025
Try the Euphoria, a citrusy blend of Roku gin, charred lemon cordial, dolin blanc, and anise, topped off with tonic.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
The cakes are a simple blend of shredded cassava, coconut milk, grated anise, and queso blanco.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
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Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Different types of swallowtails, including western tiger, pale, and anise, can be seen at Jack’s Peak, Johnston says.
—A.k. Whitney, Oc Register, 4 June 2025
Try the Euphoria, a citrusy blend of Roku gin, charred lemon cordial, dolin blanc, and anise, topped off with tonic.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
The cakes are a simple blend of shredded cassava, coconut milk, grated anise, and queso blanco.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
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“Anise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anise. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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