special sauce
noun
: secret sauce
… thinly sliced lamb served with tomato, onion and special sauce on warm pita bread …—
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It’s topped with lettuce, onion and a tangy special sauce that ties the whole thing together.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
In true Acadiana style, the secret to these one-of-a-kind burgers is a special sauce that adds a kick and is specifically suited to South Louisianan’s tastes.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
That is after all, the Steel City’s special sauce: a rare sense of being rooted in place while remaining hungry for the world, and it’s helped foster the line-up of men’s shops below.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2025
Truva Turkish Kitchen is known for its classics, including lamb shish kebabs marinated in a special sauce and served with veggies and bulgur pilaf.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2025
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Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
In true Acadiana style, the secret to these one-of-a-kind burgers is a special sauce that adds a kick and is specifically suited to South Louisianan’s tastes.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
That is after all, the Steel City’s special sauce: a rare sense of being rooted in place while remaining hungry for the world, and it’s helped foster the line-up of men’s shops below.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2025
Truva Turkish Kitchen is known for its classics, including lamb shish kebabs marinated in a special sauce and served with veggies and bulgur pilaf.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2025
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“Special sauce.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20sauce. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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