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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
Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
Season the chicken with milk, coat it with seasoning and breadcrumbs, refrigerate it for an hour, and then bake it in the oven.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
The packaged Chi-Chi’s salsas, tortillas, seasonings and cocktails will continue to be available as new restaurant locations open.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Dec. 2024
In a bowl, mix together the goat cheese, Italian seasoning and remaining salt.
—Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
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La Cocina brings a taste of the northwesterly Catamarca region with empanadas that stand apart for their thick, buttery dough, hearty stew-like fillings, and seasonings like paprika and cumin.
—Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
Season the chicken with milk, coat it with seasoning and breadcrumbs, refrigerate it for an hour, and then bake it in the oven.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
The packaged Chi-Chi’s salsas, tortillas, seasonings and cocktails will continue to be available as new restaurant locations open.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Dec. 2024
In a bowl, mix together the goat cheese, Italian seasoning and remaining salt.
—Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoning
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The Norton Malbec pairs well with sharp nutty cheeses like Comte, which offers a complex, nutty flavor with buttery, fruity undertones.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Contain artificial flavoring and additives: Some vitamins and minerals, like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, have a metallic taste.Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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Bottled at a cask strength of 129 proof, completely unadulterated by any flavoring or coloring, this beauty was aged in Fiji for two years and then in Europe for another 10 in ex-bourbon barrels.Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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In addition to strengthening bones, vitamin D and calcium are necessary for muscle and brain function.Korin Miller, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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Reports indicate that Russia is , shifting its focus toward strengthening ties with allies in the Maghreb and northeastern Africa to provide a supply line into the landlocked African nations and sustain its regional influence.Hugh Cameron, Newsweek, 23 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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Bowles said Monday morning the Bucs remain focused on the task at hand, and that’s preparing for this week’s game against the Panthers at Raymond James Stadium while keeping an eye on the Sunday night game, in which the Falcons visit the Commanders.Rick Stroud, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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India has myriad curries throughout the subcontinent, and the region in the Sivaganga and Pudukottai districts are particularly well known for their masala spices which go into the chicken curry with coconut milk here ($20).John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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One of my favorite soups is rasam, a simple but spicy South Indian dish made with tamarind, tomatoes, red chiles and other herbs and spices.Anna Kodé, New York Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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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
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While standards can vary from one financing source to another, the higher the FICO score, the better chance there is of qualifying for a promotional interest rate.Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Halfpipe athletes will earn points toward qualifying for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics.Michelle Bruton, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Diners can pick a combo, choose a flight of sauces or mix sauces and sides to create the perfect meal.Mary Walrath-Holdridge, The Courier-Journal, 19 Dec. 2024
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This will land in your regular dinner rotation, especially with the inclusion of our tangy dipping sauce.Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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