tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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But the vernacular and ahistorical images are what give the show its rich, tangy flavor. Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 24 May 2025 Creamy, silky, tangy or spicy green sauces tend to work with any combination of herbs. The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025 Vlasic Kosher Dill Spears Dill pickles can range in taste from salty to tangy and sour, and these pickles fell on the more sour range of that spectrum. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 17 May 2025 Roasting fresh chile peppers, onions, and garlic gives the salsa a deep, smoky flavor, while tomatillos and lime keep it bright and tangy. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tangy

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tangy was in 1875

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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tangy. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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