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balsamic

[bawl-som-ik, ‐-sam‐] / bɔlˈsɒm ɪk, ‐ˈsæm‐ /


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The buttery, milder fish compliments the tang of the tomatoes and the bright balsamic dressing that finishes the salad.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

The appetizers, especially the charred grapes with mozzarella cheese and balsamic vinegar cream, were better than the main course.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 1, 2026

The olive oil and balsamic meld everything into a glossy, lightly slick coating, while the oranges lend an unexpected pop of perfume that makes each bite feel simultaneously grounded and electric.

From Salon Dec. 18, 2025

The balsamic adds a rich, almost fruity, flavor that helps cut the fattiness of the pancetta and the earthiness of the sprouts.

From Salon Nov. 26, 2025

Meanwhile he would explain the proper way to make pasta or salami or balsamic vinegar.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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