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Recent Examples of candy
Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
There were two, a candied-kumquat ice cream ($6) and a chocolate pavê with Chantilly cream and almond praline ($15).
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 9 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
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
There were two, a candied-kumquat ice cream ($6) and a chocolate pavê with Chantilly cream and almond praline ($15).
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 9 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
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But there are also other ways buyers can sweeten the deal, like making an earnest money deposit, limiting contingencies or trying to accommodate the seller’s preferred closing timeline.—
Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
8 May 2026
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To sweeten the deal, Walmart+ offers a 30-day free trial period.—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The remaining three — a chocolate brown pocket blush, a baby pink bottle and a glistening bronze bottle — were captioned with a brown heart, stars and the eyes emoji.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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Former First Lady Laura Bush is credited with putting these delicious cookies—packed with oats, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips—on the map.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 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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Amankora's rotating dessert list includes homemade ice cream, fruit-forward sweets, and the occasional Bhutanese riff.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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But in joining a growing global hunt for ube, whose signature violet hue has taken over social media in drinks, cakes, and other sweets, Cesari realized that the actual root vegetable was much more elusive, particularly in the wake of its recent fame.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
3 May 2026
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The new commissioner faces the daunting task of improving the existing jail while planning for a world without it.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Jonathan Bond finished with five saves for Houston (6-5-0), which improved to 2-3-1 on the road.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Blake Lively made her big return to the Met steps wearing a 2006 Versace confection in pastel hues.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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Determined to make something of himself, according to his family, Jonathan learned a trade and became a baker of confections.—
Jorge Carrasco,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
Verb
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The new thermal insulation material improves upon aerogel by enhancing its mechanical properties while maintaining moisture permeability and quick-drying performance.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Saudi Aramco’s new supercomputer, meant to accelerate the search for new oil and gas deposits and enhance output from existing fields, costs $373 million.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Costco unveils new Caramel Churro Sundae The membership warehouse club known for its food court with low prices and hot dog deals launched a new dessert last month – the Caramel Churro Sundae.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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For dessert, Smokin’ Oak offers an 8-inch cookie pizza loaded with chocolate chips and warmed in the oven.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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“Candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candy. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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