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as in butter
excessive praise
count on the office manager to spread the incense whenever there's a visiting VIP from the head office
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as in to anger
to make angry
the insult so incensed him that he had to be restrained from hitting the guy
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Recent Examples of incense
Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 27 Oct. 2025
It is used as a dye, to enhance flavor in a variety of foods, for incense fragrance, and as an antidepressant tea.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Seth Emerson, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
After the fumble, head coach Jonathan Gannon was incensed and got into the face of Demercado, making physical contact and swiping at him.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Cleanse your altar with copal incense and declutter the area.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 27 Oct. 2025
It is used as a dye, to enhance flavor in a variety of foods, for incense fragrance, and as an antidepressant tea.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
Auburn fans, already incensed by the previous ruling, aired their grievances fully.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
After the fumble, head coach Jonathan Gannon was incensed and got into the face of Demercado, making physical contact and swiping at him.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incense
Noun
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These iconic spring flowers are known for their clusters of bright purple, blue, pink, and white blooms that grow atop tall stalks and powerful scent.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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Plus, the full scent trio of two candles and a diffuser will run you less than $75 with sale prices.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In just 10 minutes, and with a few staples (onions, cheese, butter), this warm and comforting casserole can save the day.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Michael also whipped up a fancy compound butter.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The latter has added to his duties as global ambassador of the fashion house and has recently become global brand ambassador for Valentino Beauty‘s fragrance lines.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Young girls are into cologne, too, and fragrances.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Asked for just a few nice lines about the director for IndieWire, OutFest Next’s top trio of tastemakers — Sheryl Santacruz, Daniel Cooke, and Gabi Grossman, all familiar festival circuit faces with real warmth behind them — sent an effervescent text wall of sincere and complex praise via email.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 Nov. 2025
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Having publicly criticized Davie several times over the summer amid a number of other scandals, Nandy was full of praise for Davie and Turness this time around.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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The scent combines notes of charred hardwood, carbon clove, saw dust and powder smolder to achieve an aroma similar to that of a smoky old fashioned.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Wander among vendors selling paintings, handmade jewelry, and local crafts as the aroma of cooking treats fills the air.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Scammers use friendliness, flattery and false urgency to pull you in, then drain your accounts.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Imitation is the greatest form of flattery.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For this reason, tweens tend to prefer gifts that are popular or trending, such as the viral Sol de Janeiro perfume or a starter skincare routine made with gentle ingredients that won’t irritate their young skin.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
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That began in February, when L’Oréal took a long-term minority stake in the Omani niche perfume brand Amouage.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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Treats such as popcorn and taffy as well as children’s items will be sold on-site.—
Dan Kelly
October 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Oct. 2025
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The store has all the classics like Pez, taffy and every flavor of Jelly Belly imaginable.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Incense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incense. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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