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as in conditioning
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
carefully seasoned the cast iron pan with vegetable oil before using it for the first time
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as in strengthening
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
troops that had been seasoned by months of intense training
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as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
her campaign manager has been seasoned by several hotly contested gubernatorial campaigns
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Recent Examples of seasoning
Johna Burdeos, Health, 7 Jan. 2025
Use simple seasonings and prepare foods without salt, sauces, and gravies.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Jan. 2025
Fish sauce: More of a seasoning than a condiment, fish sauce is frequently used to add salty and savory flair to recipes with Southeast Asian roots.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
Each bite is succulent and flavorful with just the right amount of seasoning.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Roasting can be done in an oven or on a stovetop, often with seasonings like salt or spices to add extra flavor.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 7 Jan. 2025
Use simple seasonings and prepare foods without salt, sauces, and gravies.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Jan. 2025
Fish sauce: More of a seasoning than a condiment, fish sauce is frequently used to add salty and savory flair to recipes with Southeast Asian roots.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
Each bite is succulent and flavorful with just the right amount of seasoning.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoning
Noun
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The flavor is vibrant, and there is no need for toppings.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
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The sugar kelp is sustainably farmed off the British Columbia coast, adding maritime aromas and flavors.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Early recipes combined carbonated water, sugar, and vanilla or other flavorings to create a creamy, sweet beverage.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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Manufacturers often use flavorings and additives to mask this taste.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
16 Dec. 2024
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Our focus will be on strengthening our economy and making life more affordable for families across the state.—
Derek Slap,
Hartford Courant,
8 Jan. 2025
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This means not only strengthening technical defenses but also fostering a culture of security awareness at every level.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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With catering, families can avoid the expense of purchasing and preparing large quantities of food, which can often go to waste.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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As workers began preparing the site for a speedy demolition, people began gathering across the street of what was left of the church.—
Noe Padilla,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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Prep and measure all your spices and set them aside.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2025
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He’s also started to add a little spice to his game, becoming the object of the opponent’s scorn on many nights as the season moves along.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
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To protect hypervisors, organizations must invest in proper network segmentation, hardening programs and runtime security.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Our focus needs to shift from detecting every single threat to hardening our environments and assuming breaches will happen.—
Danny Jenkins,
Forbes,
13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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But two years ago, the Diamondbacks exploited the three wild card system, qualifying for the postseason with 84 wins and then going on a magical run to the Series.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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His prior attempts at qualifying for Xfinity Series races, though only achieving a best finish of 28th at Pocono Raceway, have set the stage for this opportunity.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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Some were living off emergency food supplies — powdered peanut butter and apple sauce, said BJ Thorn, whose son defended their home with a garden hose.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Standout dishes include the tortilla soup, presented in a bowl covered by a striking Talavera Catrina figurine and the duck dumplings drizzled with rich mole sauce.—
Jennifer Fernández Solano,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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