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vinegar

[vin-i-ger] / ˈvɪn ɪ gər /
NOUN
brine
Synonyms
STRONGEST
marinade
STRONG
alkali blue deep drink ocean preservative saline
WEAK
brackish water pickling solution salt water sea water sodium chloride solution
NOUN
preservative
Synonyms
STRONG
alcohol chemical formaldehyde salt saltpeter
NOUN
vim
Synonyms
STRONG
activity dash drive energy enthusiasm fire force kick oomph passion pep pepper push spirit strength vigor vitality zeal zing
Antonyms
STRONG
apathy dullness enervation hate idleness inactivity indifference laziness lethargy powerlessness weakness
WEAK
languor lifelessness

Example Sentences

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A splash of white wine or rice vinegar sharpens the whole skillet, lifting the richness without thinning it.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

Then, while they were still warm, I’d do something crucial: ladle over more golden olive oil, a shake of oregano, red pepper flakes, and a splash of red wine vinegar.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

According to Alpha News, the syringe allegedly used in the attack by the suspect, Anthony Kazmierczak, was filled with apple cider vinegar.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

These molecules naturally cluster into thread-like shapes, somewhat like the separation that occurs when oil and vinegar form layers in salad dressing.

From Science Daily • Dec. 13, 2025

I would make a dressing of oil and vinegar, and cook some fresh biscuits.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien