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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
Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2025
Taste for seasoning and add more salt, pepper flakes or nutmeg as needed, then transfer the pasta to a serving platter or bowl.
—CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The Pepperoni Duo flavor features a combination of classic pepperoni and cup n' crisp, layered with mozzarella, sweet marinara, and finished with a cheese blend seasoning.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Meanwhile, the new class is adding fresh seasoning to the stew.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2025
Taste for seasoning and add more salt, pepper flakes or nutmeg as needed, then transfer the pasta to a serving platter or bowl.
—CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder and any other seasoning you like.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The Pepperoni Duo flavor features a combination of classic pepperoni and cup n' crisp, layered with mozzarella, sweet marinara, and finished with a cheese blend seasoning.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoning
Noun
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Rows of metal shelves display all sorts of treats infused with local flavors – a result of the mixing pot of cultures in Hawaii.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The greens, seasoned to perfection with layers of flavor, are a nod to heritage and the comfort of soul food.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Pumpkin spice flavoring is used in candles, marshmallows, coffees, lotions, yogurts, pretzels, cookies, milk and many other products.—
Shelley Mitchell,
The Conversation,
24 Oct. 2025
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Sometimes artificial ingredients are used to give drinks an attractive appearance, texture, or color, or added for flavoring, or as a preservative to help prevent spoiling.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Chef Merito’s Limited Edition Seasoning Bottles Chef Merito is spicing up Día de los Muertos celebrations this year with the launch of their new limited edition Carne and Pollo seasoning bottles, a festive twist on the brand’s beloved blends that bring authentic flavor to every family meal.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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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,
25 Oct. 2025
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Leave it in for at least half an hour or overnight, shampooing it out and conditioning afterward.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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This step is important to remove all gunk and stuck-on food before moving on to conditioning and shining the surface, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Sherman Phoenix board of directors has committed to strengthening leadership and accountability.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Office of Special Education is tasked with supporting and monitoring state compliance and strengthening special education services covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).—
K. Ward Cummings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Vietnam is preparing for damaging winds, flooding, heavy rain and storm surges in its central provinces including Danang, Quang Ngai and Dak Lak.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Two or three chefs work right in front of you, preparing each dish in the traditional omakase style.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Teaninich 8 Year Old ‘Daring Rye’ is a single grain whisky made with rye in the mashbill—uncommon but not unheard of in scotch whisky—giving it nice spice notes along with classic flavors picked up from its maturation in bourbon barrels.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
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Buttery and packed with spice, the Cajun compound butter really takes this turkey to the next level without being overly spicy.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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The American technology giant, a crucial partner in the Gulf country’s AI ambitions, is exporting advanced Nvidia chips to the Emirates, building more data centers, and training 1 million people in technical know-how.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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For two months, the complaint alleges, five men, including Ali and Mahmoud, practiced shooting at gun ranges, allegedly training to carry out a terror attack.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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