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Recent Examples of candy
John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
The most recent version was an elegant assemblage of more cohesive cake with orange supremes and chocolate ganache and chocolate sauce and candied orange peels.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Remove all communal sources of food, like candy dishes.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 14 Apr. 2026
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Verb
There were two, a candied-kumquat ice cream ($6) and a chocolate pavê with Chantilly cream and almond praline ($15).
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
The most recent version was an elegant assemblage of more cohesive cake with orange supremes and chocolate ganache and chocolate sauce and candied orange peels.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
To a young child, those gummies look and taste like candy.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Remove all communal sources of food, like candy dishes.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candy
Verb
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Honey is used to lightly sweeten the filling, which includes cardamom, along with orange zest and juice for flavor.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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The inclusion of fruits provides enough naturally occurring sugar to sweeten the taste.—
Sheah Rarback,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Beef Wellington, paired with a glass of red and followed by the homemade chocolate mousse or crème brulée.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Midwest Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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The guava version is a classic, but the chocolate croissant stole the show.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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According to Bauhus’s research, climate change has rendered the Black Forest largely uninhabitable to spruce.—
Kendra Atleework,
Longreads,
12 Mar. 2026
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Fortunately, the wise old Professor Tangrowth is there to help spruce it up.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Don’t forget to take a photo on the famous Queen Emma Bridge, a long pontoon bridge that crosses the natural harbor, between bites of sweets made by native Curaçaoans.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Customers can expect the bakery’s signature items, from savory quiches to pot pies and seasonal sweets.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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At the time of Jaxon’s death, the county was nearing the end of an 18-month corrective action plan aimed at improving oversight and safety within the system.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The new Lewis House will improve inclusivity and accessibility features supporting people of all physical abilities, genders and cultural practices.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Krispy Kreme is launching a new lineup of doughnuts in collaboration with James Beard award-winning pastry chef Christina Tosi, inspired by Tosi's famous Milk Bar confections.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Some folks swear by Reese’s and won’t hear a word against the perfectly balanced confection.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The series’ earnestly naïve sound design (horses neighing, cars revving) only enhanced my appreciation of Joudrey’s sophisticated storytelling.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Set the scene Where once hotels were conceived and designed to enhance a sense of escape, Lombok Lodge Villas’ architecture (a collaboration between architect Vittorio Sioni and the owners) is about recalibrating and reawakening the senses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The viral dessert, which uses minimal ingredients, is typically made with fresh Medjool dates filled with natural nut butter, then covered in dark chocolate and topped with flaky salt.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Instead of eating the premium patties, the couple stuffed the burgers into a large duffel, adding desserts snatched from the buffet, the blog added.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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