liquorice

"The old grandfather clock's undertone was a low, rhythmic tick-tock. "

"Each child received equal portions of the birthday cake. "

"The extract from the textbook was the most important part for the history test. "

"a vegetable garden  a flower garden"

"My sometimes neighbor, a retired teacher, still visits the school occasionally. "

"Can I try a little of that sauce?"

"The flavor of this apple pie is delicious."

"We reviewed John's and Mary's applications; the aforementioned was highly impressive. "

"My grandfather helped me with my math homework. "

"Please relate the circumstances of your journey here today."

"She is flavouring the cake batter with vanilla extract. "

"My grandfather grows licorice in his garden, and he uses the roots to make a traditional cough syrup. "