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Get to know Zesty better with 10+ real example sentences, the meaning and synonyms like piquant or savory.

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Zesty meaning

  1. Having a piquant or pungent taste; spicy.
  2. Zestful.
  3. Of a man, flamboyantly or effeminately gay.

Using Zesty

  • The main meaning on this page is: Having a piquant or pungent taste; spicy. | Zestful. | Of a man, flamboyantly or effeminately gay.
  • Useful related words include: piquant, savory, savoury, spicy.
  • In the example corpus, zesty often appears in combinations such as: and zesty, of zesty, zesty and.

Context around Zesty

  • Average sentence length in these examples: 25.4 words
  • Position in the sentence: 4 start, 9 middle, 7 end
  • Sentence types: 20 statements, 0 questions, 0 exclamations

Corpus analysis for Zesty

  • In this selection, "zesty" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 25.4 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
  • Around the word, sweet, herby, body, citrus, tart and buffalo stand out and add context to how "zesty" is used.
  • Recognizable usage signals include a signature zesty mayo like and a sweet zesty note. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
  • By corpus frequency, "zesty" sits close to words such as abenaki, abstracted and addendum, which helps place it inside the broader word index.

Example types with zesty

The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:

A zesty natural wine made from hand-picked, organic Pinot Blanc grapes. (12 words)

The taste is complex and herbaceous, with notes of zesty citrus and peppery spice. (14 words)

Mix ground chuck, Ricotta cheese, cream cheese, zesty dry Italian mix and two eggs. (14 words)

The barman reckoned the 4.2% Tribute from the St Austell Brewery in Cornwall was the best beer on tap so I settled into my seat in front of the large front window and enjoyed a very pleasant, light and zesty pint. (42 words)

Released at the end of June, this refreshing sauvignon blanc features aromas of a spring meadow and nectarine, complemented by notes of mouthwatering grapefruit, zesty lime and a lingering, subtle kiwi finish on the palate—perfect for summertime sipping. (39 words)

Instead of marinating the chops before cooking, you do so afterward, soaking them in a zesty, garlic-and-herb vinaigrette that allows them to absorb a lot of flavor — and to maintain a lot of juiciness. (36 words)

Example sentences (20)

If you like cinnamon rolls you'll love this early spring, seasonal take on them, which is a satisfying combination of zesty, tart, and sweet.

Imagine savoring crispy flatbreads, their crust kissed by the wood-fire pizza oven, or relishing in an array of sandwiches that include tantalizing options like bison burgers, short rib grilled cheese, and zesty buffalo chicken.

It's spicy and zesty, and it puts fall produce to good use while pairing it with rich coconut milk, fresh ginger, and savory shiitake mushrooms.

Sweety and zesty, I wouldn’t trade my mother for it right away, but I could be convinced.

After roasting at 375 for 40 minutes, mix in two cups of dried cranberries for a sweet, zesty note.

And if you insist on sauce, there are three: Savory B&D (black pepper, cayenne, brown sugar), tangier SoFlo (a mustard base) and zesty Alabama white (chili, paprika, vinegar, brown sugar, horseradish, mayonnaise).

And Yossy Arefi’s cilantro-lime salmon and rice is the sort of herby, zesty one-pot meal I need for a gray Tuesday.

Chilled in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving, it’s a zesty red that’s invigorating as a summer aperitif.

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Instead of marinating the chops before cooking, you do so afterward, soaking them in a zesty, garlic-and-herb vinaigrette that allows them to absorb a lot of flavor — and to maintain a lot of juiciness.

Local and seasonal sourcing is a huge priority, resulting in a fresh and flavorful menu that ranges from zesty salads to rich pizzas.

On the other hand, Pepsi Blue is marketed as having a "berry" taste - indicating that the "zesty citrus" of Pepsi Electric should offer a notably different flavour experience.

Sink your teeth into warm, pillowy pita bread and more than memorable dips like creamy hummus, smoky baba ghanoush, and zesty harissa.

The backend presents some rioja spice, as you might expect, but with a full body, zesty acids, and mineral undertow, this is crying out to be poured alongside food.

The taste is complex and herbaceous, with notes of zesty citrus and peppery spice.

Vibrant, zesty and peppery – this superb value, relatively low-ABV white delivers fruit and flair that belie its price.

You gotta try the Benny Burger which is a classic American burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, pickles and Benny Sauce (a signature zesty mayo-like sauce).

A zesty natural wine made from hand-picked, organic Pinot Blanc grapes.

Mix ground chuck, Ricotta cheese, cream cheese, zesty dry Italian mix and two eggs.

Released at the end of June, this refreshing sauvignon blanc features aromas of a spring meadow and nectarine, complemented by notes of mouthwatering grapefruit, zesty lime and a lingering, subtle kiwi finish on the palate—perfect for summertime sipping.

The barman reckoned the 4.2% Tribute from the St Austell Brewery in Cornwall was the best beer on tap so I settled into my seat in front of the large front window and enjoyed a very pleasant, light and zesty pint.

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Common combinations with zesty

These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:

Frequently asked questions

How do you use "zesty" in a sentence?
An example: "If you like cinnamon rolls you'll love this early spring, seasonal take on them, which is a satisfying combination of zesty, tart, and sweet." This page contains 10+ example sentences with the word "zesty" from authentic English texts.
What does "zesty" mean?
Zesty means: Having a piquant or pungent taste; spicy.
What are synonyms of "zesty"?
Common synonyms of "zesty" include: piquant, savory, savoury, spicy, tasty, zestful, yeasty, barmy. Plus 1 more synonyms.
How many example sentences with "zesty" are there?
Voorbeeldzinnen.info contains at least 10+ example sentences with "zesty", drawn from a database of millions of English sentences.