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garlicky

British  
/ ˈɡɑːlɪkɪ /

adjective

  1. containing or resembling the taste or odour of garlic

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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At the tropical Siren Social Club, I splurged on a gin martini, an appetizer of garlicky Gulf shrimp and pastry-encrusted beef Wellington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

News of yet another sriracha shortage made headlines Wednesday, after the Washington Post published a dismal report on the iconic condiment that’s best known for its deep red hue and sweet yet garlicky taste.

From Salon • May 10, 2024

Pungent, garlicky Chinese chives resemble thick blades of grass; if you can get them from your local Asian supermarket, use them in place of the scallions.

From Washington Times • Nov. 28, 2023

Kari Kari This chili crisp condiment created in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood has developed a cult following for its crunchy, garlicky, salty-sweet-spicy bouquet of chilis and layers of umami.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

"And crows can't fly!" erupted the big outlaw with a blast of garlicky breath.

From "The Whipping Boy" by Sid Fleischman

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