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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
Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
For local flavors, order the incredibly savory ackee and saltfish egg scramble.
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Chadner Navarro,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
In a crowded field, voters will pick among four candidates who are all different flavors of Democrat, ranging from moderate to much more progressive and aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America.
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Saige Miller,
NPR,
22 June 2026
The bakery also serves flavors like banana pudding, cherry, lemon meringue, coconut cream, key lime and creme brulee.
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Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Known for combining several classic chip flavors into one bag, Patio Chips feature a mix of dill, ketchup, barbecue, and salt & vinegar chips.
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Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
The Millennial effort goes on at length about terroir and full-bodied flavors.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Many of the flavors that are popular right now lean on exactly what Dorot sells.
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Ascend Agency,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
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With menus inspired by the seasons, rotating dishes, bold flavors and comforting classics adorn the menu, like their famous crispy fried chicken and their shrimp and grits.
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Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
For local flavors, order the incredibly savory ackee and saltfish egg scramble.
—
Chadner Navarro,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
In a crowded field, voters will pick among four candidates who are all different flavors of Democrat, ranging from moderate to much more progressive and aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America.
—
Saige Miller,
NPR,
22 June 2026
The bakery also serves flavors like banana pudding, cherry, lemon meringue, coconut cream, key lime and creme brulee.
—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Known for combining several classic chip flavors into one bag, Patio Chips feature a mix of dill, ketchup, barbecue, and salt & vinegar chips.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
The Millennial effort goes on at length about terroir and full-bodied flavors.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Many of the flavors that are popular right now lean on exactly what Dorot sells.
—
Ascend Agency,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavors
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The nose kicks off with a kick of Calvados, and early aromas include poached pears and apple jelly.
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Visitors entering the show don neck rings and wrist bands, the first to add the aromas of earth and flowers to the multi-sensory experience, the second to adjust the visual displays to each person’s emotional response.
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Add lemon juice and any additional extracts or flavorings the recipe calls for before gently folding in the cornstarch.
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Many family recipes call for other flavorings like onions, Worcestershire, tomato paste, and vinegar.
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.
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White sneakers tend to lead the trends come spring and summer, but Styles is proof that a black pair of comfy kicks is just as wearable—with a slightly more edgy feel.
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The design detail spices up standard summer uniforms by adding texture and a more exciting, intentional feel to, say, a denim-shorts-and-white-T-shirt look.
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Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream.
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Bubblegum pink nails with strawberry auras are fit for a day at the fair.
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These characters have been somewhat thinly drawn despite the vibrant auras of Joy Sunday and Richard Jenkins since the beginning.
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Unlike many wellness crazes, fiber is actually a legitimate one that nutrition experts support.
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Meanwhile, special bags and a clamping system lock away smells that put a damper on cuddle time with your sweet new arrival.
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Pick a spot with partial shade, good drainage, wind protection and enough distance from the house to avoid smells and noise.
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Two of Zohran Mamdani’s enthusiasms — better bus service and soccer — have, in the World Cup, found their moment of zingy cross-pollination.
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The movie thus offers a complaint about the end results of Putinism, not about the ideas—the emotions, the enthusiasms, the resentments, the hatreds—that brought it about.
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“Flavors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavors. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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