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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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Unlike many of its competitors, Sir Kensington’s vegan mayo also includes flavorings like rosemary extract, mustard extract, lemon oil, citric acid, and black pepper—which means the final product has distinct black specks, while most others are an unadulterated eggshell in color. Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025 Commercial protein shakes often have ingredients such as artificial flavoring or sweeteners, sugar, vitamins, minerals, and thickeners. Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2025 Push the button and voila – exactly the right flavorings are sprinkled down into your recipe. Michael Franco, New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2025 Chewing gums are made from a rubber base, sweetener, flavorings, and other ingredients. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Mar. 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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