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as in queen
a lovely woman
she's a honey, all right
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
this morning one of my employees had a real honey of an excuse for being late for work
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as in sweetheart
a person with whom one is in love
he usually gives his honey a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day
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as in to massage
to praise too much
she knew that the hairstylist was honeying her for a reason—the expectation of a generous tip
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Recent Examples of honey
AFAR Media, 29 Apr. 2025
Oahu’s only craft meadery uses Hawaiian honey and tropical fruits to make a mead that is crisp, fruity and lightly carbonated.
—Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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Noun
Wander the walking paths that wind through the fields before browsing the farm store for small-batch lavender products, olive oil, and honey.
—AFAR Media, 29 Apr. 2025
Oahu’s only craft meadery uses Hawaiian honey and tropical fruits to make a mead that is crisp, fruity and lightly carbonated.
—Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
Those harmonies — simultaneously honeyed and gravelly, providing just enough support without overshadowing, yet so powerful and full of potential — echoes Whitten.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honey
Noun
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While Jon is bound to leadership by a sense of duty, Daenerys sees herself as a liberator, a queen steeped in moral righteousness who freed slaves across the sea for the greater good.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2017
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THE TRENDSETTER Salt & Straw is the homecoming queen of ice cream in LA.—
Cole Kazdin,
Los Angeles Magazine,
14 July 2017
Noun
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Case in point: the rapper and singer has only been to two Met Galas, but both her fashion and beauty looks have cemented themselves as some of the most memorable to date.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
3 May 2025
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And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok—or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 May 2025
Noun
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People are rooting for the childhood sweetheart love story.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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His high school sweetheart and wife of 67 years, Marilyn, died in 2021 of ALS at age 87.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Gently stretch or massage your muscles. Stretch before working out or going to bed.—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
24 Apr. 2025
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How To Use Rosemary Oil Apply rosemary oil by massaging it into your scalp with a carrier oil or hair product.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Leslie takes to Ted and Nicole's anniversary party plans like Eris, the goddess of Strife, took to the wedding of Peleus and Thetis - bent on destruction.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Guests on the route will also have the chance to experience Viking’s latest vessel, Viking Nerthus, so named for the ancient goddess of fertility and earth.—
Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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At that point, the band had already transitioned from country stars to crossover darlings, racking up several of pop radio wins.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Derik Queen This year’s March Madness darling continues rising in mock drafts.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With over 12,300 reviews and a 4.8-star average rating, shoppers praise the shirt’s softness, comfort, and moisture-wicking abilities.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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More recently, Brady praised Patrick and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce after the Chiefs duo surpassed Brady and Rob Gronkowski’s record for postseason touchdowns by a pair in NFL history in 2024.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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The cookies won’t taste like a latte, but sort of like a bay leaf in a stew, the instant espresso powder rounds out the cookie with a subtle bitter background flavor that balances the sweetness of the dough.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Real-time identity resolution ensures every visitor interaction counts, driving personalization without relying on third-party cookies.—
Richard Jones,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Honey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honey. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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