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Recent Examples of candy
Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Sarah Todd, STAT, 6 May 2026
Twix isn't the only candy getting a makeover from Mars this upcoming Halloween.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
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Verb
As for the details, the bag is made of two dark-chocolate shells layered with nuts, candied fruit, and hazelnut praline, then filled with milk chocolate and a center of praline and lemon caramel.
—Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Fruit, candy, and dessert-like flavors already proliferate among black-market e-cigarettes.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 6 May 2026
Twix isn't the only candy getting a makeover from Mars this upcoming Halloween.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candy
Verb
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Sugar People with hypertension should avoid foods and drinks that are sweetened with sugar.—
Karen Shackelford,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2026
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Better-tasting and better-for-you, these bran muffins are sweetened with maple syrup, tenderized with yogurt, and bake up light and fluffy in just 30 minutes.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
Noun
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The spa Chill Spa provides an array of relaxation and wellness treatments like Signature Chill Day or Jade Stone Massage that feature natural organic products, or opt for a couples side-by-side candlelit massage followed by Champagne and chocolate.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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The process could also encourage consumers to pay more for higher-quality chocolate, and some of that revenue could be returned to the farmers.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
13 May 2026
Verb
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According to Bauhus’s research, climate change has rendered the Black Forest largely uninhabitable to spruce.—
Kendra Atleework,
Longreads,
12 Mar. 2026
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Fortunately, the wise old Professor Tangrowth is there to help spruce it up.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The city is known for fresh seafood, local sweets, craft museums, and long-standing dining traditions.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
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Options range from sweets like Lemon Pistachio Cake and Chocolate Mousse Tart to Quiche Lorraine and homemade baguettes.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Fu also stressed that more work needs to be done to boost domestic demand, urging businesses to improve their offerings to attract consumers.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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The Sparks fell to 1-3 (tied with Seattle for last place in the Western Conference) while Toronto improved to 2-2.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Gabriella completed the cute confection with a champagne belt and appliqué flowers.—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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The 218-page cookbook, which launched in February, is a pink confection overflowing with Minnesota recipes and photos and stories, a storytelling smorgasbord that lets readers follow along as Peterson bakes and cooks favorites with friends, family and followers.—
Molly Guthrey,
Twin Cities,
3 May 2026
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Both forwards scored Wednesday, and both enhanced the opportunities of several teammates.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The dermatology and wellness center blends functional and aesthetic medicine to offer treatments designed to enhance natural features rather than dramatically alter them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Sleeper hits include the local green bean salad with jicama and cilantro, street corn, and the goat cheese creme brûlée for dessert.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Guests were served with canapés prepared by executive head chef Debjit Dass, including beef tartare on potato terrine and rarebit croquettes, with a live oyster station and a dessert spread of summer berry tartlets, macarons, orange cake, and Victoria sponge.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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“Candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candy. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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