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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
Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2024
Look for recipes with some unexpected ingredients, plenty of seasoning, and a variety of textures, like this Bacon-Brussels Sprout-Green Bean Casserole recipe.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The only seasoning in Go’s porridge was salt and kombu; the minerality pushed forward the sweetness of the crab and rice.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
Conspiring with my cousin to shake on a bit more seasoning while Granny’s back is turned.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appétit, 5 Nov. 2024
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Use low-salt seasoning products or fresh herbs instead of salt whenever possible.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2024
Look for recipes with some unexpected ingredients, plenty of seasoning, and a variety of textures, like this Bacon-Brussels Sprout-Green Bean Casserole recipe.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The only seasoning in Go’s porridge was salt and kombu; the minerality pushed forward the sweetness of the crab and rice.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
Conspiring with my cousin to shake on a bit more seasoning while Granny’s back is turned.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appétit, 5 Nov. 2024
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The following three Krispy Kreme doughnut flavors will be available, while supplies last: Original Glazed Doughnut.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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The third edible mascot flavor will be revealed in the coming weeks across Pop-Tarts social channels.Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 22 Nov. 2024
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Studies suggest that flavoring can shape views on science.Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Using Compound Butter Compound butter, which is softened butter mixed with herbs, spices, or other flavorings, can be used to add moisture, richness, and flavor to the turkey.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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Brands strengthening their always-on creator roster and fostering deeper collaborations with creators will have a competitive edge and remain agile.Kristen Dolan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This means enhancing models with better signals to help predict fraud with even greater precision and strengthening the security of consumer access to financial data through multifactor authentication and biometrics.Jess Turner, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Pause, Don’t Panic Intrusive thoughts can catch you off guard, mainly when you’re focused on something important, like preparing for a presentation or an upcoming meeting.Mark Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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In the interim, businesses that meet California reporting requirements will have to use their best guess in preparing for reporting standards.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Consumers are urged to check their spice collections for the recalled product.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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The main course features turkey carved to order with your favorite holiday sides of stuffing, spice carrots, Brussels sprouts, potato purée, and gravy.Jenny Porter Tilley, The Courier-Journal, 26 Nov. 2024
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However, safety and protection do not need to be obtained through hardening your outer shell and isolation.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024
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Wait until temperatures have warmed to at least 50°F, then begin hardening your plant off gradually.Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
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The league will feature a single-group system with one round with the first 10 teams qualifying for the second and final stage to compete for the title.Assile Toufaily, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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For healthcare, Medicaid offers free or low-cost coverage to qualifying individuals based on income.True Tamplin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The meal deal includes Ocean Spray canned jellied cranberry sauce, and green beans and dinner rolls from the in-house Great Value line.Anne D'Innocenzio, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2024
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Classic roast turkey with turkey gravy is served with sea salt & cracked pepper green beans, creamy mashed russet potatoes, classic holiday herb stuffing and cranberry orange sauce.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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