zestier; zestiest
: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively
a zesty sauce
zesty humor
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bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
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Notes of ripe peach and lemon cream are moderated with a zesty profile of acidity and a fresh finish.
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Fresh fish marinated in zesty lime, this dish was a refreshing dive into Peru’s coastal treasures, bright and invigorating.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2024
Guests can chomp down on a variety of bar foods, such as boneless wings, zesty pickle chips, quesadillas and burgers.
—Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2024
The zesty citrus blossoms dance with the warm scent of toasted almonds, creating a sensory experience that is both refreshing and comforting.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Fresh fish marinated in zesty lime, this dish was a refreshing dive into Peru’s coastal treasures, bright and invigorating.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2024
Guests can chomp down on a variety of bar foods, such as boneless wings, zesty pickle chips, quesadillas and burgers.
—Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2024
The zesty citrus blossoms dance with the warm scent of toasted almonds, creating a sensory experience that is both refreshing and comforting.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for zesty
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zesty. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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