Had

Answer:

TASTED

Hint:

Experienced something with the tongue, like sampling a dish or drink. Think of a past-tense verb for perceiving flavor.

Explanation:

"Had" is a tricky clue because it’s not just asking for a synonym—it’s hinting at a past tense verb. Here, it’s a cryptic nod to "tasted," since "had" can mean consuming something (like food or drink) in the past. The wordplay relies on interpreting "had" as an action rather than possession, making "tasted" the clever fit.

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