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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
Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
These unique flavors make the 8 YO bourbon an ideal choice for savoring neat or on the rocks.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
A far cry from a Seder, or any real Passover ritual, but at least something Soviet Jews could savor in private.
—Olga & Igor Alterman, Sun Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
And when you’re done with fun in the fresh air, hunt for antiques, savor some finger-licking-good food, and then rest up at a new luxury lodge boasting stellar summit views.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2025
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Verb
With so much more to play for, this was no time for the 47-year-old Fitzgerald to savor any of that or its implications.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
These unique flavors make the 8 YO bourbon an ideal choice for savoring neat or on the rocks.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
A far cry from a Seder, or any real Passover ritual, but at least something Soviet Jews could savor in private.
—Olga & Igor Alterman, Sun Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
And when you’re done with fun in the fresh air, hunt for antiques, savor some finger-licking-good food, and then rest up at a new luxury lodge boasting stellar summit views.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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The vampire audience, which at this point includes a couple characters who canonically have good taste, absolutely eats it up.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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The $210 gourmet meal at the Avondale eatery will cater to a growing interest in weed and a declining taste for booze, chef Devon Quinn said.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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But by Tuesday morning, Witkoff reversed, saying the president’s position was to eliminate Iran’s ability to enrich uranium — the fuel needed for a nuclear weapon.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2025
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Really, a lot of salt to give it that flavor, to also help enrich the flavor of the sauce as well.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The capital mainstay is home to a spacious dance floor — perfect for a hoedown or two — and a lush outdoor patio to enjoy a cool gin and tonic on the grass.—
Nico Lang,
Them.,
21 Apr. 2025
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Francis enjoyed immense popularity with rank-and-file Catholics during his 12-year papacy but struggled with conservative church hierarchy, sometimes finding himself at odds with traditional voices within the Curia.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Every Friday, the family-friendly Thalassa Brunch transforms the cozy setting into a lively evening filled with Greek flavors and music from a live band and DJ that eventually sees diners take to the floor.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The latest limited-edition flavor to grace the shelves of your local grocery store is one of the brand’s first sweet-and-savory innovations, creating a very special cookie born from a beloved snack.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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This approach enables companies to tailor marketing strategies and personalize offerings, thereby enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And Biden clearly relished the opportunity to step back on stage, joining the Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled conference in Chicago Tuesday.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
16 Apr. 2025
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An avid antiques collector, David Kerr, who’s based in Florida, relishes the history in the home.—
Colette Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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