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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Its sparkling rim creates the sharp, tangy bite of a classic sour margarita on the first sip. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 Labneh, known for its creamy texture and tangy flavor, has become popular in restaurants and grocery stores. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2025 In the Russian version featured here — a perennial favorite with my family — brisket is marinated in lemon juice, which tenderizes it and provides the sour backdrop for the sweet and tangy chili sauce that comes later. Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025 In another, Weaver and his team ferment orange blossom honey, transforming it into something tangy, sweet, and just slightly effervescent. Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 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 19 Sep. 2025.

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tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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