spice up
The phrase "spice up" can refer to both enhancing the flavor of food and making something more interesting or exciting.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To make something more interesting or exciting.
Example
- You can always spice up a talk with a few pictures.
- They decided to spice up the event with live music.
B1Cooking
(common)To enhance the flavor of food by adding spices or seasonings.
Example
- She spiced up the soup with some chili powder.
- Adding fresh herbs can really spice up a simple dish.
Similar
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