tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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Garnish with a pickle spear and enjoy the bold, tangy twist. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024 These savory and chewy bites are usually topped with fresh scallions and are served with a tangy soy sauce. Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024 Most recipes start with a tangy buttermilk batter ramped up with one or more flavors of jam and a flurry of ground spices. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024 Traditional cream cheese frosting is tangy and creamy, thanks to cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tangy 

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tangy was in 1875

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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tangy. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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