tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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Key Ingredients for Potato Skins This ingredient list is short, and everything works overtime for the savory, cheesy, and tangy flavors of this classic appetizer. Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2025 The tangy sour cream added at the end brings it over the top. Saveur Editors, Saveur, 5 Feb. 2025 Inspired by yellow and green Sriracha sauces, its tangy and sweet flavors combine with just a dash of heat to bring a bold twist to Sriracha and a satisfying crunch to every bite. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025 Each bite was the perfect combination of creamy vanilla pudding and tangy raspberry flavor. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for tangy 

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tangy was in 1875

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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tangy. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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