1
as in bites
a small piece or quantity of food
I'll just have a taste of your dessert
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2
as in likings
positive regard for something
trying to develop a taste for classical music
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1
as in experiences
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an adventurer who has tasted danger and lived to tell the tale
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2
as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
by your language I can taste that something is wrong
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Recent Examples of tastes
Philip Elliott, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
But Wedgewood says a key element of his job is curating a lineup that appeals to the broad, undefined music tastes of racing fans.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 Feb. 2026
The company has largely outmuscled global behemoth Starbucks in China by slashing prices and offering a menu featuring a huge variety of options to cater to local tastes.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Consumers have shifted their tastes and preferences for buying luxury brands amid the rise of digital shopping and fashion houses opening their own retail spots.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Shoppers often will just mix and match to suit their own tastes, Jiang said.
—Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Its mission is not to indulge existing tastes but to challenge them—to create a certain kind of person and, thereby, a certain kind of public.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
The cookies are slightly undercooked, which might appeal to your tastes, but the most impressive items gently riff on French classics, so focus your attention there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
While the three women have vastly different tastes, Amal Clooney, Victoria Beckham, and Jennifer Lopez should all serve as a reminder that good tailoring goes a long way.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Frederick Dreier, Outside, 11 Feb. 2026
Hey, to the desperately thirsty, even a sip from a mud puddle tastes good.
—Greg Cote
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
When a mosquito comes and bites him, the bug immediately tastes the spice in his blood and flies away only to combust moments later.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 8 Feb. 2026
This interesting variation has far better chocolate than the original, but the filling is crumbly and tastes more like oil than peanut butter.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Food out of the oven often tastes better than anything out of a microwave, right?
—Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
Sunlight increases sugar and other complex flavors during the ripening process, while nighttime cold preserves the grapes’ natural acidity, so Malbec from Argentina oftentimes tastes more concentrated, bold, and flavorful.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
If something looks, smells, or tastes strange, like mold, odors, or changes in texture, throw it away.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
In 1995 and 2015, Pepsi ran commercials showing delivery drivers for Coca Cola and Pepsi coming to blows after the Coke driver tastes a Pepsi (a Pepsi Max in the latter spot) and refuses to give it back.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
As one Texas insider explained to me, Cornyn is the national candidate who isn’t exactly loved at home, while Paxton draws adoration from partisans at home who may show up to send a message that what’s happening in Washington is not to their tastes.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
But Wedgewood says a key element of his job is curating a lineup that appeals to the broad, undefined music tastes of racing fans.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 Feb. 2026
The company has largely outmuscled global behemoth Starbucks in China by slashing prices and offering a menu featuring a huge variety of options to cater to local tastes.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Consumers have shifted their tastes and preferences for buying luxury brands amid the rise of digital shopping and fashion houses opening their own retail spots.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Shoppers often will just mix and match to suit their own tastes, Jiang said.
—Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Its mission is not to indulge existing tastes but to challenge them—to create a certain kind of person and, thereby, a certain kind of public.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
The cookies are slightly undercooked, which might appeal to your tastes, but the most impressive items gently riff on French classics, so focus your attention there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
While the three women have vastly different tastes, Amal Clooney, Victoria Beckham, and Jennifer Lopez should all serve as a reminder that good tailoring goes a long way.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
The post-race electrolyte swill tastes like champagne.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 11 Feb. 2026
Hey, to the desperately thirsty, even a sip from a mud puddle tastes good.
—Greg Cote
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
When a mosquito comes and bites him, the bug immediately tastes the spice in his blood and flies away only to combust moments later.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 8 Feb. 2026
This interesting variation has far better chocolate than the original, but the filling is crumbly and tastes more like oil than peanut butter.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Food out of the oven often tastes better than anything out of a microwave, right?
—Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
Sunlight increases sugar and other complex flavors during the ripening process, while nighttime cold preserves the grapes’ natural acidity, so Malbec from Argentina oftentimes tastes more concentrated, bold, and flavorful.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
If something looks, smells, or tastes strange, like mold, odors, or changes in texture, throw it away.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
In 1995 and 2015, Pepsi ran commercials showing delivery drivers for Coca Cola and Pepsi coming to blows after the Coke driver tastes a Pepsi (a Pepsi Max in the latter spot) and refuses to give it back.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tastes
Noun
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That five-man group makes up the Yankees’ season-opening rotation right now, which means swingmen Yarbrough and Blackburn could be forced into the group if the injury bug bites again.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Photo of the Day Sander Eitrem of Norway bites his gold medal on the podium after the men's 5,000 meters speedskating race in Milan on Sunday.—
The Sports Desk,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Not everyone experiences passionate love, the results show, but the chances increase with age.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
14 Feb. 2026
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When our community experiences acts of violence or disruption that threaten public safety, the need for stability, experience, and public trust in the courts becomes even more critical, particularly in a large, high-volume jurisdiction like Mecklenburg County.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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While this moment might offer a commentary on the weird plenty of the marketplace, Anna senses her father is lost an increasing haze and intervenes.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Adriana is immediately aware of his confidence—bordering on arrogance—but also senses potential chemistry in their skating styles.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But now, the future of Lucille’s American Cafe, a Weston comfort-food institution serving up mouthfuls of nostalgia since 1999, is unclear.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The studio was then owned by wildcatter Marvin Davis, a six-foot-four, three-hundred-pound man of Falstaffian appetites.—
Gabriel Sherman,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Feb. 2026
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For appetites large and small, these delightful dishes are worth seeking in Atlanta this month.—
Angela Hansberger,
AJC.com,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Surveys show trust in the agencies Kennedy leads is falling, rather than rising, as the country’s health landscape undergoes dramatic change.—
Ali Swenson,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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If a Norwegian baby undergoes a long hospitalization due to complications from RSV, the only thing their parents have to worry about is their sick baby.—
Ariana Hendrix,
STAT,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Well, that feels like a great place to leave it.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Order Nanee’s polenta cakes with a hearty sauce that feels indulgent without being heavy; a seasonal gnocchi, currently with acorn squash and local mushrooms; or osso buco, perfect to share.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Easy snacks and nibbles that are comfortable, elegant and, yes, perfectly matched to a cocktail, martini or otherwise.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Dec. 2025
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Some nibbles to graze on Lightly sweet, warmly spiced mulled wine is best paired with a selection of salty snacks.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Tastes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tastes. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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