Example Sentences

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She’s browsed the kimchi options at her local supermarket, but worried about the spiciness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025

TJ’s rendition of Pirate’s Booty Aged White Cheddar Cheese Puffs is deliciously cheesy with a hint of spiciness.

From Salon • Aug. 22, 2025

The wildly popular show features Evans holding surprisingly in-depth interviews with guests as they eat chicken wings with ever-increasing levels of spiciness.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2025

The spiciness comes from the potent “ghost pepper”, cultivated in northeastern India, where it's known as bhut jolokia.

From BBC • Jul. 17, 2024

I said, biting into one, its sweet spiciness giving me a thrill.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool