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Recent Examples of sweeten
And to sweeten the deal, a stay at the Boston Harbor Hotel also allows guests to pay a visit to Rowes Wharf Sea Grille—a top spot for lobster, oysters and clam chowder—without having to step outdoors and brave the winter weather.
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Shared by former First Lady Laura Bush, these treats are the classic oatmeal cookie– but with so much more: chocolate chips, roasted pecans, and sweetened flake coconut.
—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Growing up in New Orleans, Kaitlin Guerin remembers that every Carnival season was sweetened with appearances by king cakes.
—Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
And this powdered sugar also is going to sweeten it because there's no sweetness at this point.
—Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Shared by former First Lady Laura Bush, these treats are the classic oatmeal cookie– but with so much more: chocolate chips, roasted pecans, and sweetened flake coconut.
—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Growing up in New Orleans, Kaitlin Guerin remembers that every Carnival season was sweetened with appearances by king cakes.
—Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
And this powdered sugar also is going to sweeten it because there's no sweetness at this point.
—Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweeten
Verb
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Notes of roasted agave are softened by hints of citrus, white peach, and candied pine.—
Richard Carleton Hacker,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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The shop on Via Victor Hugo, which first opened in 1911, specializes in confectionary, such as pralines and candied chestnuts displayed in antique wooden and glass cases.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Here’s what to look for: Includes 27 vitamins and minerals to enhance nutrition Smooth consistency when mixed with water Higher cost per serving Flavors may be too rich for some Huel Complete Protein powder is a solid all-around option for anyone looking for a balanced, quick nutrition boost.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
30 Jan. 2025
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Tennant explains that, in recent years, compression socks have become a staple for triathletes and marathon runners looking to enhance performance and recovery.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
30 Jan. 2025
Verb
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His off ball movement, all of those things have really improved.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Houston improved to 8-0 in the league and 16-3 overall.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
26 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Pick from a number of different toppings to spruce it up, but if your stomach is feeling a little uneasy, order a plain bowl to help settle it down.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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The company also sells various accessories that go in between the panels to spruce them up, like wine racks, shelves, and hooks.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
21 Dec. 2024
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“Sweeten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweeten. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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