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Definition of seasonnext

season

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verb

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as in to flavor
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored the chef seasoned the vegetables as soon as they came out of the oven

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as in to prepare
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 season
Noun
Luckily, Quince has a variety of mini and midi styles that fall at just the right place, and are suitable for the season’s steamiest days. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026 The last-place Angels have lost seven consecutive games, tying their longest losing streak of the season. Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Verb
Roasted Chickpeas In some countries, dry chickpeas are toasted until crisp, often seasoned with salt or spices. Merve Ceylan, Health, 24 June 2026 Traditional Turkish yogurt noodles start with plain noodles, then add yogurt seasoned with garlic and salt. Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for season
Recent Examples of Synonyms for season
Noun
  • Captain Tim Ream entered the media area after the defeat, a shell of a man who had spent the previous days proudly leading the team throughout this tournament, playing in four US matches at this World Cup.
    David Close, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
  • Every travel day requires a spacious carry-on bag that’s comfortable to schlep through the airport and spacious enough to hold your in-flight essentials.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • This refreshing recipe is spiked with bourbon (or lemon flavored-vodka, if that's your preference) to beat the Southern heat.
    Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Rich with mayonnaise and cheddar cheese and flavored with bacon, the nostalgic broccoli and cauliflower salad will convert even those with a strong dislike for veggies.
    Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • How to Start Rucking Safely Experts recommend conditioning the body before loading up a pack, especially for men over 40 returning to exercise.
    Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
  • Experts recommend conditioning your lower body and core before adding weighted distance, especially for men who have not trained regularly.
    Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Manucurist formulates its masks with panthenol, a form of vitamin B5, to hydrate and strengthen dry nails over time, reducing breakage.
    Irene Richardson, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • The only way to preserve our republic is to strengthen the pillars of our present with the mortar of our past.
    Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • Jakucionis addressed the deal while preparing for his current work with Lithuania’s national team in World Cup qualifying.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026
  • Atop the bar cart is a stainless steel surface coated in a satin finish, which provides a sleek place to prepare appetizers and meals and an easy-to-clean surface.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • Junior Caminero has already done some things no Rays players had ever accomplished, such as extending his sizzling power show on Friday to include hitting 10 home runs over a 10-game span.
    Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026
  • Students took their exams across a span of two weeks, from May 4 to May 15.
    Julia Gomez, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • Fortunately, that something can be as easy as spicing it with ginger, perfuming it with florals or smoke, or easier still and our favorite version, adding a grapefruit peel to the shaker tin before shaking on ice.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 July 2026
  • Summer is the perfect time to spice up your French manicure with playful designs and colors.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • Organizers of celebrations months in the making had to adjust or cancel activities entirely as much of the East Coast sweltered under heat that approached and in many cases surpassed triple digits.
    Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • State and local policymakers should do what’s in the public’s best interest and adjust their alcohol taxation accordingly.
    Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026

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“Season.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/season. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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