savory

Example Sentences

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The dry-aged grilled branzino was flaky and beautifully cooked, but the standout was the chicken al pastor, served with a fresh pineapple salad and pineapple butter—bright, savory, and just a little indulgent.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Raita has forever converted me into a savory yogurt lover.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

Ultraprocessed foods like soft drinks, bacon and other processed meats, frozen meals, packaged baked goods and packaged savory snacks like chips account for more than 50% of the calories the average American consumes each day.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

That outer seasoning blooms in the heat, forming a savory crust that feels deliberate.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

So when the pig was done, the spit no longer to be turned, the table garnished, everyone sat down to feast on all the savory flesh he craved.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer