astringent
adjective
contracting; constrictive; styptic.
astringency
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a word derived from
astringent.
Example Sentences
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I discovered mine years ago when attempting to find the perfect pairing with radicchio—that notoriously challenging, purple leafy vegetable known for its aggressive bitterness, earthiness and astringency.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Larsen has the most consequential role and she imparts just the right note of astringency.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2025
But the astringency remained, and then “someone had the bright idea of resting it on a spirit,” says Joe Horning, the liquid quality and innovations manager at the London-based Sipsmith Gin.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 1, 2024
Revisiting Highsmith’s novel reveals the true astringency of the premise, that a seemingly cavalier proposition has the power to cause serious and permanent ruin.
From New York Times ● Mar. 8, 2023
There is, however, an unpleasant astringency in some of the foreign grapes, and many varieties are without character of flavor.
From Manual of American Grape-Growing by U. P. Hedrick
