confectioneries

Definition of confectioneriesnext
plural of confectionery

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for confectioneries
Noun
  • The franchise is known for highly caffeinated coffee confections, along with shakes, smoothies and popular seasonal menus.
    Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The towering confections range from 2 to 12 layers (or more) depending on the recipe.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Now, the viral dessert company has a new way of distributing sweets.
    Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
  • In ascending order of serving sizes, the original US food pyramid recommended that fats, oils and sweets be used sparingly, and that dairy products, proteins and nuts be equal components of one’s diet.
    Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • May these two sweeties never travel to Russia ever again.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
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“Confectioneries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confectioneries. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

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