as in sweetens
to make more desirable
the publisher hopes the flashy cover will candy up the novel for impulse buyers
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candies
Verb
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From spreading atop toast to dipping strawberries, chocolate-hazelnut spread instantly sweetens and delights.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026 -
House Family sweetens the deal with a $7 discount on bottle purchases when guests buy a $7 box of cookies.—
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli cited data countering predictions that GLP-1 drugs would reduce interest in sweets.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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There’s also the Sugar Shack, a kid’s version of the Alpine Cabin with a working wood stove, loft and tons of candy and sweets (and champagne for mom and dad).—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The fireplace, stone walls, and ambient lighting, paired with hand-cut steaks, homemade desserts, and Virginia wine pairings, lull diners into a pleasant reverie.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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There, they are boiled with sugar and then made into a red bean paste to use in other recipes for pastries or other desserts.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Oppo has some additional fun software tricks up its sleeve.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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Specific to the Celimax formula, the Vita A Retinal Shot contains matrixyl 3000, an anti-aging peptide, that tricks your skin to produce more collagen, leading to firmer, tighter looking skin.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
10 Mar. 2026
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This exploration not only enhances her artistic practice but also reflects her opinionated and driven nature.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Adding to the enjoyment of outdoor activities is the large lot, which enhances the sense of privacy when outside.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Candies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candies. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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