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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
Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Just don’t forgo the citrus finish—these noodles need their tang.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
If Dan Burn’s goal and elevation to the England squad became the individual story of the weekend and Isak’s goal carried a tang of inevitability — so good, so unstoppable — then Newcastle’s midfield felt like the crux of it.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The meat had crispy edges and pickles added a perfect tang.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The miso ranch seeps into the egg, only recognizable as a slight tang that’s detectable in select bites.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Just don’t forgo the citrus finish—these noodles need their tang.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
If Dan Burn’s goal and elevation to the England squad became the individual story of the weekend and Isak’s goal carried a tang of inevitability — so good, so unstoppable — then Newcastle’s midfield felt like the crux of it.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The meat had crispy edges and pickles added a perfect tang.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
Noun
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Sparkling Matcha Lemonade Mostly lemonade with a hint of matcha, sweetened to perfection.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 July 2025
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The pairing is delicate yet complex as the red berry notes and floral hints mingle with the sweet acid left behind by the tomatoes.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Instead of salt and sugar, try adding flavor to your meals with herbs, spices, vinegar, olive oil, citrus, garlic, and other seasonings.—
Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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Leave room too for the warm umami spice blend of Ethiopia’s timatim, served with spongy injera flatbread.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
Noun
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In a nice touch, Sandler and company pay homage to some of the now deceased members of the 1996 film including a clever fight scene in a cemetery right above Bob Barker’s grave, as well as to Carl Weathers’ Chubb, Frances Bay’s Grandma and Richard Kiel’s Mr. Larson.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
25 July 2025
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The controllers feature excellent haptic feedback, adaptive triggers and finger touch detection.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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One plot point is underscored by clanging church bells that definitely don’t exist on this empty stretch of land.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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In time, Ian started laughing at other things too: stories Eve made up about a cantankerous Russian named Boris, the word debris, pots clanging, keys jangling.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Despite the serious nature of the diagnosis, Ospreay offered a glimmer of hope.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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In the past year, there was a little glimmer of recovery: Earnings were up about 22% on a 2.7% revenue increase.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Beat together condensed milk, mascarpone, lime zest, and remaining 1/2 cup juice in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-low speed until well combined and no lumps remain, about 1 minute.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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The finish is long and refreshing with lingering notes of tropical fruits and citrus zest.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Fans also try to tear down fences and clash with police at a Death From Above 1979 reunion show at the Beauty Bar.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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Chantel’s aggressive, no-nonsense delivery clashed with Jackie’s passive-deflective tone, turning what could’ve been a breakthrough into yet another blow-up.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
22 July 2025
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“Tang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tang. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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