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as in flavors
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
the stew was too bland before they added the seasoning
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as in condiments
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food
she thinks salt is the ideal seasoning for all batter-fried foods
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Recent Examples of seasonings
In addition to classic ingredients like crunchy celery and creamy mayonnaise, this version adds smoky bacon pieces and all the seasonings and ingredients that make a tangy ranch like buttermilk, parsley, garlic, and onion.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Chicken and rice are affordable, easy to prep in bulk, and simple to customize with vegetables, sauces, or seasonings.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2026
Per the alert, headcheese is a ready-to-eat pork deli meat product made of meat and seasonings in a loaf or jelly-style product.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Kimchi Kimchi is a spicy, tangy Korean dish made by fermenting vegetables, such as cabbage or radishes, with salt and seasonings.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
These foods are mild by nature and rely on condiments and seasonings for satisfaction.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Nearly all andouille available in America these days is Cajun-style andouille, which is made with pork butt (technically, the shoulder portion of the pig), pork fat, garlic, salt, and spicy seasonings like cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, chili powder, black pepper, and/or filé powder.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Chicken and rice are affordable, easy to prep in bulk, and simple to customize with vegetables, sauces, or seasonings.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2026
Per the alert, headcheese is a ready-to-eat pork deli meat product made of meat and seasonings in a loaf or jelly-style product.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Kimchi Kimchi is a spicy, tangy Korean dish made by fermenting vegetables, such as cabbage or radishes, with salt and seasonings.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
These foods are mild by nature and rely on condiments and seasonings for satisfaction.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Read labels carefully and remember that gluten can hide in sauces, soups and seasonings.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Nearly all andouille available in America these days is Cajun-style andouille, which is made with pork butt (technically, the shoulder portion of the pig), pork fat, garlic, salt, and spicy seasonings like cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, chili powder, black pepper, and/or filé powder.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasonings
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Inspired by the classic flavors of the eastern Mediterranean — lemon, parsley, chickpeas, feta and olives — these jars layer the ingredients in a beautiful rainbow for a portable lunch or quick picnic dinner that stays fresh for days.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
25 May 2026
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Freezing can dull the garlic and lemon flavors, Schwan says, so adding those ingredients back in helps the hummus taste fresh again.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
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Toppings such as spices, seasonings, condiments and sauces have climbed almost 4%.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
23 May 2026
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Aside from an unpleasant taste and potentially foul odor, condiments that have been opened and sitting in your fridge for too long can cause illness.—
Arabella Hau,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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Rather than burn tobacco, e-cigarettes heat up a liquid consisting of nicotine, flavorings and additives that are inhaled as vapor.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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One visible consequence of this administrative action was the reformulation of traditional root beer, which shifted from sassafras to artificial or alternative flavorings, often derived from wintergreen.—
Kari Traylor,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Apr. 2026
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The beef is seasoned with tandoori spices, black pepper and salt, then smoked low and slow until tender, pulled apart and served on soft bread with masala onions and Dhaba’s cilantro giardiniera aioli.—
Sam Flemming,
AJC.com,
14 May 2026
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Here, okra meets sweet corn, Cajun spices, and buttery garlic breadcrumbs.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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Inspired by pizza classics, and topped with Alfredo and marinara sauces, mozzarella cheese, garlic chicken, red bell peppers, sausage, capicola, hot honey and red pepper flakes.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 May 2026
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The signature fried chicken wings arrive crisp and glistening, accompanied by sauces applied with a brush, a nod to traditional craft.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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To save space, grow several shade-tolerant herbs together in a large container (such as a half whiskey barrel) with some well-draining potting mix.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2026
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Our hearty version is made with convenient rotisserie chicken and loaded with asparagus, herbs, and lemony flavor.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
24 May 2026
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“Seasonings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasonings. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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