1
: the North Germanic language spoken in Sweden and a part of Finland
2
plural in construction
: the people of Sweden
Swedish
adjective
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This year’s 5k medal featured the beloved muppet character, Swedish Chef.
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Martie Bowser, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Still, that behind-the-scenes glimpse into the Swedish Hockey League team said a lot about what kind of coach Jokinen is: Raw.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
Surprising Fact Philip Morris International, the maker of Marlboro cigarettes, acquired Zyn manufacturer Swedish Match in a $16 billion deal in 2022.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
From the makers of tough, chewy Wine Gums, Maynards Swedish Berries have what can only be described as the perfect gummy texture: softer than the wine gums but with a bit more chew than most gummies.
—Arianne Jones, Saveur, 15 Jan. 2025
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Martie Bowser, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Still, that behind-the-scenes glimpse into the Swedish Hockey League team said a lot about what kind of coach Jokinen is: Raw.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
Surprising Fact Philip Morris International, the maker of Marlboro cigarettes, acquired Zyn manufacturer Swedish Match in a $16 billion deal in 2022.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
From the makers of tough, chewy Wine Gums, Maynards Swedish Berries have what can only be described as the perfect gummy texture: softer than the wine gums but with a bit more chew than most gummies.
—Arianne Jones, Saveur, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Swedish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Swedish. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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Swedish
noun
Swed·ish
ˈswēd-ish 
1
: the Germanic language spoken in Sweden
2
Swedish plural
: the people of Sweden
Swedish
adjective
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