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also savour
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as in taste
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
a gourmet who can identify the ingredients in any dish solely by their savor
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2
as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
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also savour
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
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Recent Examples of savor
Ryan Coleman Updated, EW.com, 21 July 2025
Currently, the 43-year-old enjoys the best of both worlds: pursuing his career and savoring the joys of fatherhood.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 20 July 2025
UConn legend Diana Taurasi has spent the beginning of the 2025 WNBA season out of the public eye for the first time in decades, savoring her retirement after ending her 20-year career with the Phoenix Mercury in 2024.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2025
Grab one and head up the street to Rosie’s to pair with warm coffee to savor in its charming gardens.
Don’t skip: Burney’s is known for its glazed croissant — what many (accurately) refer to as the enticing and elevated cousin of the Krispy Kreme donut.
—Jenny Matz, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2025
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Verb
Deidre took over the role from her sister in 2004, and has savored the opportunity to play Hattie ever since.
—Ryan Coleman Updated, EW.com, 21 July 2025
Currently, the 43-year-old enjoys the best of both worlds: pursuing his career and savoring the joys of fatherhood.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 20 July 2025
UConn legend Diana Taurasi has spent the beginning of the 2025 WNBA season out of the public eye for the first time in decades, savoring her retirement after ending her 20-year career with the Phoenix Mercury in 2024.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2025
Grab one and head up the street to Rosie’s to pair with warm coffee to savor in its charming gardens.
Don’t skip: Burney’s is known for its glazed croissant — what many (accurately) refer to as the enticing and elevated cousin of the Krispy Kreme donut.
—Jenny Matz, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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Tasters found the chocolate here too finely ground, which made the ice cream taste gritty instead of luxe.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 July 2025
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The signature flavor of this iced coffee comes from a mix of warming cinnamon, smooth espresso, and sweeteners that mimic the taste of the classic cinnamon-honey cookie.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Enhance the employee value proposition and the employee experience – Effective leaders enrich their employee value proposition beyond pay and benefits through a variety of means, including career development and other employee engagement efforts.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Iran says its nuclear program is peaceful and for civilian energy use, but international observers believe the country has enriched uranium far beyond what is needed for non-nuclear purposes.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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The 34-year-old, enjoying the moment, agreed, swung a few pro shots and acted along.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Visitors can explore the Old State Capitol, tour distilleries like Castle & Key and Buffalo Trace, and enjoy local bars and restaurants.—
Hannah Pinski,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
Noun
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But the pickle industry has evolved and spawned a while new industry of flavors, wardrobe and costumes.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
28 July 2025
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In addition to enjoying Raspberry Syrup the classic way (via a few pumps added to drinks), fans can also experience the flavor in a creative new form.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Senate Bill 6, authored by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, seeks to bolster grid reliability, enhance outage protections for residential consumers, adjust transmission cost allocations and improve ERCOT's load forecasting transparency.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Moreover, while improving soil health and biodiversity, ranchers can enhance productivity.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
Verb
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Sirianni calls them with specific questions but winds up relishing in their tangents.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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He’s known for brash takes on politics and appears to relish taking down moralists and elitists.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
20 July 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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