as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
a piquant tidbit of information about the new neighbors the piquant cuisine of India boasts some highly spiced dishes
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Recent Examples of piquant
The brand contacts bartender Simon Difford for help with an original launch cocktail, and Difford immediately recognizes the capacity of St-Germain to complement the piquant fruit, floral, and mineral qualities in white wine.
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Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 10 May 2025
And here’s the piquant spoiler: To a man, the three list Baeza high in their picks.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The sauce is a piquant blend of tomato and vinegar that complements the pork shoulder.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2025
But none of these things feels piquant in this production.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2025
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Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 10 May 2025
And here’s the piquant spoiler: To a man, the three list Baeza high in their picks.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The sauce is a piquant blend of tomato and vinegar that complements the pork shoulder.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2025
But none of these things feels piquant in this production.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for piquant
Adjective
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Popeyes Offers for Popeyes reward members include a free six-piece purchase with any $5 purchase and free six-piece spicy bone-in wings with the purchase of any wing order.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
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That's right — after a full season of Hot Topics, spicy cohost clashes, high-profile political guests, and even courting pointed responses from the White House, The View talk show stars have gone off the air for the year.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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The tapenade, a pungent combination of olives, garlic, capers and anchovy, can be prepared by hand or in a food processor and can serve as a base to a bright salad of tomatoes and peppers.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
22 July 2025
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The outdoor space includes a full commercial-style kitchen, perfect for pungent cooking.—
Tiffani Sherman,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Ritson sees a poignant connection between the big developments in Oscar’s life this episode.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
28 July 2025
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This episode is particularly poignant in light of the current assault against the Department of Education.—
Memoir Nation
July 28,
Literary Hub,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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The palate dances with vibrant strawberry-raspberry notes and gets a zesty finish from citrus notes.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Add a few leaves of lettuce, the patties and then the spicy sauce and zesty green onions.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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And the vistas of sea and cityscape are as delicious as the food.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Try cream of coconut in place of heavy whipping cream for a subtle, but delicious, coconut flavor.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Salty, savory, and sensational—this is comfort food, reimagined.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The whole sandwich is rich, savory, and bright all at once.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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From salty beach days to rooftop evenings, your body’s been putting in work—so why not reward it with a healthy, dewy glow?—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Situated on the southern edge of North Carolina’s southernmost hook, which curls around the Neuse River and stretches towards the Atlantic, Beaufort is a historic fishing village that leans into its storied and salty charms.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
28 July 2025
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“Piquant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piquant. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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