tangy

adjective

ˈtaŋ-ē How to pronounce tangy (audio)
Definition of tangynext
as in spicy
having a powerfully stimulating odor or flavor a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste

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Recent Examples of tangy The domino arepa marries rich black beans fragrant with cinnamon and guajillo, and a tangy blend of mozzarella, Gouda and feta cheeses. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 Instead of a traditional citrus-soy dip, NoriFish pairs it with a sweet-and-tangy apple ponzu, adding a crisp, modern contrast to all that richness. — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026 The resulting sauce is just the right balance of sweet, savory, tangy, and spicy. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2026 Next are the sunny days and cool nights of high-altitude summers, which encourage production of sugars and other compounds that make the fruits teasingly tangy and blissfully sweet. — Sarah Kaplan, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tangy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tangy
  1. spicy
  2. pungent
  3. delicious
Adjective
  • The restaurant also makes its own salsas, including roja, verde and a spicier green variety.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The property collaborated with Nobu and the food is clean and delicious—unsurprisingly, lots of raw fish and produce like spicy microgreens and August-sweet tomatoes grown at Sensei’s hydroponic farm down the road.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of spicy
Adjective
  • The script is full of pungent, funny debates about power, with observations that still land.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The garlic added a pungent heat, and the tahina a nutty savoriness.
    — Cooking Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of pungent
Adjective
  • This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Refrigerated tortellini is one of the fastest ways to turn plain broth into a satiating, delicious meal.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious

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