tang 1 of 2

noun

ˈtaŋ How to pronounce tang (audio)
Definition of tangnext
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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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tang

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verb

as in to gong

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Recent Examples of tang
Noun
Eating with a Baddie uses sour cream, which keeps things closer to that classic creamy ranch flavor, but Greek yogurt gives you a little more tang (plus a protein boost). — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026 In addition to the pops of color, the leaves and flowers are edible, with a peppery tang. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 Aug. 2026 Offering a balance of tang, savoriness and effervescence that is sure to surprise and delight. — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026 By late summer, humidity draws out Nag Champa incense, OG Kush, hot concrete, and the metallic tang of the elevated subway tracks. — Parizaad Khan Sethi, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tang
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tang
  1. hint
  2. spice
  3. gong
  4. touch
  5. piquancy
  6. clang
  7. glimmer
  8. zest
Noun
  • The cuisine was also noteworthy, a generous choice of cocktails, wines, and cuisine with hints of contemporary English inspiration, while avoiding being British stodgy.
    — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Warsh is unlikely to reveal his approach before the task forces report but at Jackson Hole the whole world will be looking for hints regarding his plans to reshape the Fed.
    — Paul Wachtel, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of hint
Noun
  • Cherry tomatoes and a homemade lime dressing add acidity, while red onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño add crunch and spice.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • For a state facing persistent challenges from drought, heat and limited water, researchers hope one of the world's most valuable spices could offer Colorado farmers a new opportunity—one uniquely suited to the state's climate.
    — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of spice
Verb
  • Temperatures are gong to be in the low-to-mid 90s across the region, with peak heat indices ranging from 100 to 107 degrees.
    — Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
  • Prices at the auction were gong up and up.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Definition of gong
Noun
  • But talking about corruption in a moral or systemic sense – observing that the country is in decline, or that elites are out of touch – can be effective.
    — Robert Boatright, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Parton, who died Tuesday, was instantly memorialized for her country music fame, glitzy glam and humanitarian touch.
    — Rachel Siegel, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of touch
Noun
  • Those split levels of child and adult consciousness give the film a certain piquancy, a little gap where drama can spark in a story where almost nothing really happens except a kid takes a plane ride, or several plane rides, with his mom.
    — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
  • That Mann himself had written stories on gay themes added to the piquancy of the encounter.
    — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Definition of piquancy
Verb
  • After his third 3 clanged off the back of the rim midway through the first quarter, Hart pulled his shirt over his mouth.
    — Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
  • The sequence started with Devin Vassell's mid-range jumper clanging off the back of the rim while three Timberwolves, including 7-foot-1 Rudy Gobert waited in the paint for the rebound.
    — Tom Orsborn, San Antonio Express-News, 10 May 2026
Definition of clang
Noun
  • The polls offer a glimmer of hope for Democrats and their voters, who hope that the party can shrink the Republican majority in Congress – or capture it – this midterm season.
    — Emily R. Condon, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
  • While more muted in color than her later looks, the outfit shows an early glimmer of her future full-on sparkle.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of glimmer
Noun
  • Add the coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Add some flair The zest of a lemon, finely grated with a Microplane, is non-negotiable in my book.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026
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