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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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as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
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also savour
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
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Recent Examples of savor
Joe Leydon, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025
Truly, their artisanal menu boasts a flavor or combination for any and all to savor.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
After missing 27 games with a left hamstring strain, Zion Williamson returned to the court on Tuesday night and provided one of the few gratifying moments the New Orleans Pelicans could savor during an awful season.
—William Guillory, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
With diverse aroma and flavor profiles, each rum offers a unique journey for the palate, inviting you to explore and savor the rich tapestry of flavors that Diplomático has to offer.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Popular on Variety Evidently, readers of his newspaper have taken just as much delight in savoring his acidic reviews for well into 40 years — well, at least those readers who have never been at the wrong end of his razor-sharp pen.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025
Truly, their artisanal menu boasts a flavor or combination for any and all to savor.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
After missing 27 games with a left hamstring strain, Zion Williamson returned to the court on Tuesday night and provided one of the few gratifying moments the New Orleans Pelicans could savor during an awful season.
—William Guillory, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
With diverse aroma and flavor profiles, each rum offers a unique journey for the palate, inviting you to explore and savor the rich tapestry of flavors that Diplomático has to offer.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
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Sure, the Oscars love a musical (hello, La La Land) and have shown eclectic taste in the recent past (it’s only been two years since Everything Everywhere All at Once dominated the ceremony).—
Lucy Ford,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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In March 2021, Gale and his wife, alongside Julian Van Winkle and his family, uncorked the bottle together and had a taste.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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To further enrich the guest experience, Terra Palm Springs offers complimentary weekend programming, including group fitness classes, meditation sessions, and sound baths.—
Caroline Tell,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Instead, this administration plans to focus on consolidating power, enriching themselves, and rewarding billionaire donors like Musk, who exemplify the MAGA oligarchy.—
Laura Rodriguez,
Orlando Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2025
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In the intervening eight years, Jenny Lewis has enjoyed a successful solo career; she will be rejoined at Just Like Heaven — and other tour dates to follow — by bandmates Blake Sennett, Pierre De Reeder and Jason Boesel.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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Choose between 40 premade meals each week, which are shipped directly to your door, then simply reheat and enjoy.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Besides Lay’s Classic Potato Chips, no other Lay’s products, flavors, or sizes have been impacted by this recall.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
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No other Lay’s flavors, sizes or products are included in the recall.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Here’s what to look for: Includes 27 vitamins and minerals to enhance nutrition Smooth consistency when mixed with water Higher cost per serving Flavors may be too rich for some Huel Complete Protein powder is a solid all-around option for anyone looking for a balanced, quick nutrition boost.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
30 Jan. 2025
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Tennant explains that, in recent years, compression socks have become a staple for triathletes and marathon runners looking to enhance performance and recovery.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
30 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Some people relish that AI appears to think in a logical and fully rational way.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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The small yet growing city about 25 miles east of Tampa is a place that relishes small-town values and its agrarian past.—
Dan Sullivan,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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