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as in aromas
a special quality or impression associated with something
a birthday party whose Caribbean decorations gave it a tropical flavor
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as in flavorings
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
a dish that incorporates most of the trademark flavors of southeast Asia
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as in trends
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
it seems that short skirts are the new flavor of the month
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Recent Examples of flavors
Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
This energy drink with passionfruit syrup and white chocolate flavors comes with a topping of peach drizzle, available iced or blended.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 Feb. 2026
One of your first stops should be Waiola Shave Ice, which offers flavors such as guava, coconut, and pickled mango.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bright citrus fruits and colorful root vegetables bring vibrant flavors to February dishes, making winter cooking exciting.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook soup 20 minutes to let flavors meld.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
This year, Milo’s will enter a new drink category while expanding its flavors to 11, launching more seasonal options and growing its zero-sugar line.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Noun
Perfect for lunchboxes, on-the-go snacking, or an anytime indulgence, these pies will satisfy chocolate lovers or fans of classic flavors.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
This energy drink with passionfruit syrup and white chocolate flavors comes with a topping of peach drizzle, available iced or blended.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 Feb. 2026
One of your first stops should be Waiola Shave Ice, which offers flavors such as guava, coconut, and pickled mango.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bright citrus fruits and colorful root vegetables bring vibrant flavors to February dishes, making winter cooking exciting.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook soup 20 minutes to let flavors meld.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
This year, Milo’s will enter a new drink category while expanding its flavors to 11, launching more seasonal options and growing its zero-sugar line.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavors
Noun
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French oak is commonly used to mature Cognac and wine, but it is also used to finish American whiskey to bring particular aromas and notes of baking spice to the palate.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2026
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The judges tasted and inspected each one, breathing in the aromas and examining the laminate on the exteriors, while attendees watched from behind the glass-panel walls in Rebel Bread’s new bakery.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Raspberry and lemon are a refreshing pairing, combining zesty and sweet flavorings.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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For instance, some varieties have added salt, sugars, or other flavorings.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
6 Feb. 2026
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That builds on similar trends throughout 2025, when the industry buoyed an otherwise slow labor market, as the nation’s hospitals, clinics and nursing homes kept hiring even as many employers pulled back.—
Abha Bhattarai,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
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These trends are like the hair equivalent of taking a deep, cleansing spring breath.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2026
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Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The film follows a quiet inmate arriving at a violent Indonesian prison with a supernatural entity that kills those with the darkest auras.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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This airbrush design on a long square nail comprises a mix of French-tip auras, clear blobs, and 3D florals for a fun and funky design.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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To get rid of those smells, check for leaks and make repairs.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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People described different smells in different areas — from Bloomingdale to Roselle to Addison and Wood Dale, even to Buffalo Grove and the Wisconsin border.—
Asal Rezaei,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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In public, Newsom speaks often and openly about his errors, fortifying his image as a bumptious, slightly hapless victim of his own enthusiasms.—
Nathan Heller,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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Their online parlance is punctuated by empty enthusiasms, vicious aspersions, and obvious hypocrisies that rarely matter.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
30 Oct. 2025
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That playful approach is also evident in the 1990s trend of product advertisements by auteurist filmmakers like Jean-Luc Godard and David Lynch, who brought their signature styles and atmospheres to commercials for shoes, video games, and more.—
Michael Cowan,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2026
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These planets are similar in size to Neptune and have thick atmospheres rich in hydrogen and helium surrounding denser, ice-rich interiors.—
Eliza Strickland,
IEEE Spectrum,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Flavors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavors. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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