savor 1 of 2

variants 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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savor

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verb

variants also savour

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Recent Examples of savor
Verb
On the nose, inviting aromas of baked strawberry, plum and fig draw you in, accompanied by a palate of rich caramel, cinnamon, and cocoa for an indulgent experience worth savoring. Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024 Aged for 18 months in American oak barrels and savored neat in a snifter, the flavor is soft and buttery with fruity overtones. Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2024 Of course, fall foliage is always a seasonal highlight, and don’t miss the opportunity to savor Appalachian cuisine at a local restaurant. Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2024 Key Lime Break — Loki and Mobius share a moment savoring a key lime pie in the TVA lunchroom. John Archer, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for savor 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
  • To say the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has become more international in recent years doesn’t quite paint a full enough picture of how tastes have changed.
    Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Out of thousands of recipes, these are just a few that taste like a million dollars.
    Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Bike shops are an important part of enriching the cycling experience for people and communities.
    Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Planning carefully and incorporating minimalism into your everyday life can enrich your lifestyle without dampening your budget.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Have a great day, drive safely, and enjoy the ride, as the future looks nice and bright – Tony the Car Guy.
    Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • And to celebrate Over the Garden Wall’s milestone, McHale and his team created a three-minute short for fans to enjoy.
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Impossible pie is a dream dessert for the people who love custard pies and coconut, as these are the dominant flavors of the recipe.
    Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The higher proof of the cask strength expression amplifies the flavors and provides a greater intensity.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area.
    Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • The Mach 1 boots also use a polyurethane plastic with a thickness adjusted to enhance vibration damping and stability.
    Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • In Rivals, Tennant clearly relishes the opportunity.
    Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
  • For the past few years, after the last cue card of the Saturday Night Live season finale has been read, Heidi Gardner returns to her hometown of Kansas City to relish in the summer break with family and friends.
    Mel Studach, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024

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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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