taste bud
noun
: an end organ mediating the sensation of taste and lying chiefly in the epithelium of the tongue
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The iconic Blizzard Treat began satisfying taste buds after its invention by Samuel Temperato in 1985.
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
How to Make Gochujang Honey Mustard Speaking of sweetness, since there is a decent amount of spice, salt, savory, and acidic qualities in gochujang and/or mustard, Garner suggests inviting honey to the party, too, to entice all the taste buds.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2025
Each pack offers two flavors, providing a convenient solution that saves you time and brings joy to your taste buds with every bite.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
Insert a slab of feta, drizzle of orange blossom honey, and fresh mint leaves between chunky slices of pink or golden watermelon to tantalize your taste buds and cool your heels.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
How to Make Gochujang Honey Mustard Speaking of sweetness, since there is a decent amount of spice, salt, savory, and acidic qualities in gochujang and/or mustard, Garner suggests inviting honey to the party, too, to entice all the taste buds.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2025
Each pack offers two flavors, providing a convenient solution that saves you time and brings joy to your taste buds with every bite.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
Insert a slab of feta, drizzle of orange blossom honey, and fresh mint leaves between chunky slices of pink or golden watermelon to tantalize your taste buds and cool your heels.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
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“Taste bud.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taste%20bud. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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