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as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
the young author's novel is surprisingly earnest, tackling its subject without the slightest tang of irony
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as in spice
the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses
there's a real tang to her poetry—it's not all sweetness and light
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Recent Examples of tang
Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
The homemade Buttermilk-Parmesan dressing provides the perfect tang to balance the smoky bacon and buttery croutons.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
While general nostalgia tends to lean more positive emotionally, anticipatory nostalgia has more of a bittersweet tang.
—Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s a slight tang, with a distinct, earthy, malty flavor.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Mayonnaise: Brings a creamy tang to the base of the lemony sauce.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
The homemade Buttermilk-Parmesan dressing provides the perfect tang to balance the smoky bacon and buttery croutons.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
While general nostalgia tends to lean more positive emotionally, anticipatory nostalgia has more of a bittersweet tang.
—Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s a slight tang, with a distinct, earthy, malty flavor.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
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This weightless multitasker adds a hint of radiance to the skin—as a primer below foundation or simply on its own. Concealer for Women Over 50 The best concealers for women over 50 meld hydrating ingredients with actives, such as peptides, for anti-aging benefits.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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Just like a little salt in your cake batter doesn't make your cake taste salty, a hint of sweet corn in your macaroni and cheese doesn't transform your beloved side into a dessert.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
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Aaron's recipe features applesauce and diced apples for a double dose of apple flavor, as well as warm spices, Greek yogurt and brown sugar.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Add low-sodium seasonings like herbs, spices, and olive oil to enhance the beans' natural flavors.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD,
Health,
21 Jan. 2025
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The color palette is dark: black, all browns, from espresso to cognac, shades of gray, the return of navy, touches of red and check prints.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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Handwritten names on cups brings back the human touch that brought people together to sip coffee in the first place, Starbucks said.—
Amber Garrett,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2025
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The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
17 June 2024
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While there are pops of piquancy in Landon’s script, her direction and the performances (with the exception of Woodard) fail to inspire much more than a shrug.—
Katie Walsh,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2024
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Sam Hauser had a chance to extend that lead moments later after Tatum stole a pass and sprung him for a fast break, but his wide-open dunk attack clanged off the rim.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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In the 2020 postseason, Tucker hit the left upright from 41 yards away on the opening drive and clanged the right upright from 46 yards before making a 34-yarder right before halftime of Buffalo’s 17-3 victory.—
Tim Graham,
The Athletic,
18 Jan. 2025
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In terms of the film’s relevance, the narrative sets up a symbolic situation that offers a glimmer of hope.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Blackhawks saw a glimmer of that in Connor Bedard’s rookie season.—
Shayna Goldman,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Sprinkle 1½ teaspoons of the orange zest and ¼ teaspoon of the brown sugar on top of each half.—
Joe Yonan,
Saveur,
23 Jan. 2025
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The palate opens to notes of fresh apple, lemon zest, and a hint of minerality.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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In a visit to Los Angeles Friday to survey wildfire damage, President Donald Trump promised federal aid for fire victims and clashed with local leaders on environmental issues, vowing to order more water to Southern California from rivers in the state’s north.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Jan. 2025
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Unrestricted free speech is a concept that exists only in the U.S., and not in other parts of the world—clashing with local legislation elsewhere.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Tang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tang. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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