VERB: "to ascertain the flavor of by taking a little into the mouth" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to ascertain the flavor of by taking a little into the mouth" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a strong liking
2. the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth
(verb)
1. take a sample of
2. have a distinctive or characteristic taste

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TAKING (adjective)
1. very attractive; capturing interest
TAKING (noun)
1. the act of someone who picks up or takes something
FLAVOR (noun)
1. (physics) the six kinds of quarks
2. the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
FLAVOR (verb)
1. lend flavor to

Hint 3: Anagram

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