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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister
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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
breathed in the sweet air of the azalea garden
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
a very sweet man directed us to the lost and found
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a sweet little kitten
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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read
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as in confection
a food having a high sugar content
remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
my darling, my sweet, won't you be mine?
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Recent Examples of sweet
Bailey Richards, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Unlike their cousins, bell peppers have a mild, sweet flavor.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 24 Feb. 2025
Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 21 Feb. 2025
And in her house, there's no such thing as having too many sweets at the ready—especially an irresistible pie.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The sweet photo dump also contained a mirror selfie of the star and hairstylist.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Unlike their cousins, bell peppers have a mild, sweet flavor.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 24 Feb. 2025
Noun
Because her mom always loved sweets, a little bit of candy could help Dr. Edgerly get out of just about any difficult situation.
—Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 21 Feb. 2025
And in her house, there's no such thing as having too many sweets at the ready—especially an irresistible pie.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweet
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Offerings might include crudo, flash fried and pan seared presentations drizzled with a fragrant curry or a savory aguachile sauce.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Pathways for meditation strolls are woven through the immaculate landscaping, which includes towering oaks, lush ferns, and fragrant jasmine, as well as an orchard with 50 fruit-producing trees.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
25 Feb. 2025
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But each woman who was so gracious to spend time speaking with me is someone whose films have moved me.—
Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
19 Feb. 2025
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Darvish was gracious when asked about Gurriel’s gesture at the time.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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TikTokers were quick to share their excitement over Molly's adorable new ride.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Along with Chip’s adventures around the park, Joanna added several adorable clips of the couple’s youngest child, Crew, 6, enjoying Disney World, from hopping on the roller coasters to watching the fireworks show with his parents.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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This delicious collection also includes a silk robe, sleep mask and a set of scrunchies.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Still, within those parameters, there can be nuance and variation that result in a single malt that’s a little bit different, a whole lot delicious, and oftentimes destined for collectible status.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
23 Feb. 2025
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Hours are Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors will find jewelry, confections, art, fashions and more.—
Laura Daily and Bryan K. Chavez,
The Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2025
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The Ferrara confection will appear in a slot during the third quarter, says Greg Guidotti, the company’s chief marketing officer.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2025
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Nvidia — The artificial intelligence darling ticked up about 1% after Nvidia reported earnings and revenue that surpassed Wall Street estimates in the fourth-quarter .—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning, a darling of the awards season, has been nominated for Best Actress, where her competition includes Monica Dolan (Mr Bates), Anna Maxwell Martin (Ludwig), Ambika Mod (One Day), and Katherine Parkinson (Rivals).—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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Reports confirm that the beloved songstress was involved in a tragic car accident early this morning in Montgomery, Alabama, following a performance.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
2 Mar. 2025
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Seeing as Southerners have always valued both fostering community and taking charge of their own affairs, yard sales make quite the beloved weekend activity—one that is still just as popular today.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2025
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The specialty varieties of coffee harvested at the farm have long commanded a hefty premium, reflecting their status as the source of aromatic brews savored like fine wine from Seattle to Seoul.—
Peter S. Goodman,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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Turin is also the birthplace of vermouth, a fortified wine flavored with aromatic herbs that’s used in cocktails like the Negroni and the martini, which can be sipped at bars around town.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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