as in puckery
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Recent Examples of astringent
These compounds, which look like rings at the molecular level, interact with proteins in your saliva to produce a dry, astringent sensation that makes your mouth pucker.
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Rosemary Trout, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
Tannins, which are also found in things like wine, giving reds their astringent taste, can suppress microbes that produce methane in the guts of a cow.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
With its fast-twitch wit, astringent dialogue, and lyrical dialogue, Hall’s absorbing play is reminiscent of works by August Wilson, Tennessee Williams, Tracy Letts, and Jez Butterworth, whose The Hills of California similarly focuses on a group of siblings reunited by a mother’s illness.
—Rhoda Feng, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2024
If a whisky spends too much time aging, astringent wood notes will eventually overpower the flavor profile.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Rosemary Trout, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
Tannins, which are also found in things like wine, giving reds their astringent taste, can suppress microbes that produce methane in the guts of a cow.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
With its fast-twitch wit, astringent dialogue, and lyrical dialogue, Hall’s absorbing play is reminiscent of works by August Wilson, Tennessee Williams, Tracy Letts, and Jez Butterworth, whose The Hills of California similarly focuses on a group of siblings reunited by a mother’s illness.
—Rhoda Feng, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2024
If a whisky spends too much time aging, astringent wood notes will eventually overpower the flavor profile.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for astringent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for astringent
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As the base for a marinade and grilling sauce, passion fruit's puckery tartness—think mango and pineapple with a slightly sour kick—is an ideal complement to rich, buttery shellfish.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Nov. 2022
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Their recipe combines silky texture, puckery tartness and richness (courtesy of olive oil) in every bite.—
Ben MimsCooking Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Oct. 2022
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The air was thick with both anticipation and a pungent smell as visitors flocked to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden last weekend for a chance to see a rare flower bloom.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 Jan. 2025
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The 2013 is a rich, intense, almost brooding wine that begs for hearty stews or (and) pungent mature cheeses.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Key Ingredients for Potato Skins This ingredient list is short, and everything works overtime for the savory, cheesy, and tangy flavors of this classic appetizer.—
Darcy Lenz,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2025
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Inspired by yellow and green Sriracha sauces, its tangy and sweet flavors combine with just a dash of heat to bring a bold twist to Sriracha and a satisfying crunch to every bite.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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Try the North Carolina flounder — the secret to its hearty crunch is nama panko, which stays crispy to lock in flavor — with a simple green salad with zingy ginger dressing, rice topped with a smattering of furikake and even a dollop of potato salad, harkening back to Perry’s Southern roots.—
Jenny Hartley,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Feb. 2025
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In addition, the island is conveniently outfitted with a roll-out baking station, painted the same zingy hue.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2025
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This slightly masculine fragrance opens with zesty bergamot, then gets grassy and a little dirty thanks to the notes of vetiver and synthetic civet musk.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2025
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These wines are crisp and refreshing on the palate, with high acidity and zesty citrus notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astringent. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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