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Chilies

Description:

Chilies, also known as chili peppers, are spicy fruits from plants belonging to the Capsicum genus. They come in various shapes, sizes, and levels of heat. Chilies are commonly used in cooking to add flavor and spice to dishes.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A small to medium-sized hot or mild pepper that is typically green or red in color.

2. The spicy flavor or heat produced by eating chilies.

Adjective:

1. Having a taste similar to chilies or containing chili peppers.

2. Highly seasoned or spiced, especially with chili peppers.

Sample Sentences:

1. In Mexican cuisine, chilies are a staple ingredient, adding a fiery kick to dishes like enchiladas and salsa.

2. The chili plants in my garden produced an abundant harvest of hot chilies this season.

3. I love the spicy heat that chilies bring to Thai curries.

4. The chili powder made the dish incredibly flavorful.

5. She couldn't handle the intense spiciness of the chili sauce.

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