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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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2
as in beauty
something very good of its kind
This morning, one of my employees had one honey of an excuse for being late for work.
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3
as in queen
an attractive woman
She's a honey, all right.
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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
Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
Seven Sundays is another favorite, offering a few different cereal product lines, including Little Crispies and the more protein-forward Sunflower Cereal and Oat Protein Cereals, all of which are sweetened with refined sugar-free options like maple syrup, dates, or wildflower honey.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Jan. 2026
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
This gentle cleanser contains raw honey, glycerin, and antioxidant-rich plant extracts that help attract and retain moisture, support the skin barrier, and provide gentle, non-stripping exfoliation—key for mature skin that is more prone to dryness, sensitivity, and visible fine lines.
—Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
Seven Sundays is another favorite, offering a few different cereal product lines, including Little Crispies and the more protein-forward Sunflower Cereal and Oat Protein Cereals, all of which are sweetened with refined sugar-free options like maple syrup, dates, or wildflower honey.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Jan. 2026
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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Amanda Seyfried turned heads in a custom Versace strapless ivory gown with a form-fitting silhouette and a sweetheart bodice.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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In 1946, the aspiring actress set out on a path to become America's sweetheart and was photographed in a series of promotional photos throughout 1946 and 1947 that captured her wholesome allure.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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Wilcox, who runs a small health and beauty business, moved to the United States and became a citizen after growing up in communist Czechoslovakia, according to her campaign biography.—
Eleanor Dearman
Updated January 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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More is at stake than preserving the singular beauty of the sawgrass prairies of Everglades National Park or cypress swamps of the Big Cypress National Preserve.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Cate Blanchett is the queen of a relaxed, textured bob.—
Catharine Malzahn,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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In some species, ants restructure their nests to slow the transmission of a lethal fungus and in others, ant queens eat infected brood to prevent the spread of disease and recover nutrients.—
Arundathi Nair,
NPR,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Just be sure to dilute it with a carrier oil like coconut or almond oil before massaging it into sore spots.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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To experience its magic for yourself, massage two to four droppers of product into your scalp before shampooing, or use it as a nourishing overnight treatment.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Two charming Victorian-style houses are the perfect spot for your salt and pepper; each features a darling pink roof and delicate floral details.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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National and international media soon followed suit, making Plichta a darling of the left.—
Asra Q. Nomani,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Hedda nominee Tessa Thompson was a green goddess in a custom Balenciaga gown embroidered with fishscale sequins and Bulgari jewelry.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Only a goddess of love can unzip her.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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During Glaser's interview with Stern, the shock jock praised her for mocking CBS News despite the Golden Globes airing on CBS.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
14 Jan. 2026
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Jackson also praised his son’s skills as a father in a 2022 interview with Tru Rock Revival.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Canoe Bay, Wisconsin Looking for a romantic getaway with your sweetie?—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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May these two sweeties never travel to Russia ever again.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
1 Jan. 2026
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“Honey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honey. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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