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as in flavor
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food soup made with beef flavoring

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verb

present participle of flavor
as in spicing
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored try flavoring the beans with salt and oregano

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In recent years, the tequila world has been rocked by debates over additives—glycerin, sweeteners, and artificial flavorings used to mask poor quality or speed up production. Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 But most commercial ginger ale beverages do not contain any actual ginger, just artificial flavorings. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025 While salt itself doesn't expire, additives like iodine and flavorings can deteriorate over time. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2025 When choosing any product, check for gluten-free labels on the package, as certain flavorings, stabilizers, or fillings can also contain gluten. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flavoring
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flavor
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  • Onions in the ground beef mixture incorporate moisture and caramelize nicely while searing for extra flavor.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 May 2025
  • These dishes are carefully crafted to ensure that the cannabis element complements the flavors of the food without overwhelming the experience.
    Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 29 May 2025

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“Flavoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavoring. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.

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