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hot sauce

American

[hot saws] / ˈhɒt ˌsɔs /

noun

any of several highly spiced, pungent condiments, especially one containing some type of chile pepper.

Etymology

Origin of hot sauce

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

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“Spices and seasonings and hot sauce are the perfect compliment to that kind of behavior,” Moskow said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

For 55 years, the family behind Tapatío has refused to even write down the recipe for Los Angeles’ iconic hot sauce, passing its secret formula for success only from lip to ear in closed rooms.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Serve alongside your favorite condiments, whether that’s hot sauce or buttermilk ranch.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Orion wares include 58 tortillas, 43 cups of coffee, barbecued beef brisket and five types of hot sauce.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

I take hot sauce and sprinkle the runny yolk red.

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

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