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as in butter
excessive praise
count on the office manager to spread the incense whenever there's a visiting VIP from the head office
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as in to anger
to make angry
the insult so incensed him that he had to be restrained from hitting the guy
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Recent Examples of incense
Lizzie Wade, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 May 2025
Unlike typical incense sticks, the ritual of folding, portability, and shareability make papers an intriguing addition to the incense stash.
—Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025
Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 21 May 2025
He was particularly incensed by recommendations to mask and vaccinate children, views that neatly align with those of FDA Commissioner Marty Makary and National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 18 May 2025
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Noun
Politics happened in the compounds of the council’s most powerful constituencies, and religious practices were more personal, with altars and incense burners inside people’s homes.
—Lizzie Wade, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 May 2025
Unlike typical incense sticks, the ritual of folding, portability, and shareability make papers an intriguing addition to the incense stash.
—Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
Home plate umpire Mike Estabrook called the pitch a ball, and Buehler was incensed.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 21 May 2025
He was particularly incensed by recommendations to mask and vaccinate children, views that neatly align with those of FDA Commissioner Marty Makary and National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incense
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Whether you’re drawn to the floral notes of Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum or prefer something more woodsy and masculine like Ralph Lauren's Ralph’s Club, now is the ideal time to stock up on a new signature scent, grab travel-sized sprays for TSA, or pick up gifts for friends and family.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
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Her portfolio includes scents made for Calvin Klein, Givenchy, Elie Saab, and Bvlgari.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Although not a traditional Italian dish, Alfredo sauce is made of butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, pasta water, and seasoning.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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To make these vegan, use nondairy butter, a liquid egg replacement such as Just Egg, and nondairy mozzarella and Parmesan.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2025
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In the continued spirit of collaboration, an exclusive fragrance was created for the show by Symrise Fine Fragrance perfumers, a partner of the Istituto Marangoni Paris for the Bachelor and Master of Fragrances and Cosmetics Management and Fragrances and Cosmetics Brand Management and Licensing.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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Open since 2001, the company makes approximately 35 different fragrances, including seasonal soaps.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
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Contributor Deanna Pai also sung its praises in her review, emphasizing not only the comfortable fit but also its ability to reduce redness, calm skin, and visibly veil a few dark spots during her two-week trial.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Incoming freshman Jayden Woods, a top-100 recruit from Kansas, earned praise this past spring for his hard-hitting style at just 6-foot-3, 240-pounds.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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The whiskey features aromas of coffee cake, pretzel dough, and marshmallow.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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The annual pilgrimage to the psychedelic haven known as Austin Psych Fest wrapped up this weekend at the Far Out Lounge, leaving behind a swirling vortex of trippy sounds, fluorescent visuals and a distinct aroma that grew more … earthy as the temperatures climbed.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Excessive flattery of a doting father—who could prosecute this?—
Nan Z. Da
June 10,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2025
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Other audience members carefully phrased their questions with a balance of flattery and inquiry, asking what makes Hermès stronger than other fashion companies.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2025
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Not all vanilla perfumes are created equal, though.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
8 July 2025
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This space is central to the creation of Maison Psyché, a perfume house inspired by Rémy Martin’s centuries of oak-aging expertise.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Shop for taffy at Zeno’s Boardwalk Sweet Shop, rent a jet-ski from Fly-N-High Waverunners, or book a deep-sea fishing excursion at Hubbard’s Marina.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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Someone is then shot with a harpoon, only to have their guts pulled like taffy from the wound.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Incense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incense. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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