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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
Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
From being the most energetic veteran in the locker room to burning incense and candles in UT pitching coach Max Weiner’s office, Riojas is in a great place after losing 18 pounds due to an illness in the second half of last season.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 22 Feb. 2026
Garrett Downs, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
He’s particularly incensed that more liberals haven’t made the switch.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
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Noun
This unique shop features incense, candles, crystals, essential oils, artisanal teas, and an eclectic selection of home decor and pottery.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
From being the most energetic veteran in the locker room to burning incense and candles in UT pitching coach Max Weiner’s office, Riojas is in a great place after losing 18 pounds due to an illness in the second half of last season.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
The dynamic has incensed Democrats, who have largely come out against the war, and led a handful of Republicans to raise questions.
—Garrett Downs, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
He’s particularly incensed that more liberals haven’t made the switch.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incense
Noun
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Floral scents surf on warm air through the open window.—
Stephanie Rafanelli,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Mar. 2026
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Yet insects may also be attracted to scents unpleasant to us as several notable plant species instruct.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Non-flesh products, like milk, cheese, butter and eggs are not prohibited during Lent.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, Americans reportedly set a new record for butter consumption.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2026
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Vanicream has built its reputation on formulas that strip out many of the ingredients most likely to cause reactions—things like fragrance, dyes, lanolin, parabens, and formaldehyde releasers.—
Hana Hong,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
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His fragrance, Three Flowers, became one of the most successful perfumes of its time.—
Sudhir Gupta,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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And since his nomination, he's received widespread praise among Republicans, and a handful of Democrats, making his confirmation all-but guaranteed.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Newsom’s candor deserves praise, not condemnation.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
22 Mar. 2026
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People find so much beauty in nature, from the dazzling colors of butterflies to the melodious songs of birds and the aromas of flowers.—
Logan S. James,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2026
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The 2020 is a blend of approximately two-thirds Merlot and one-third Cabernet Sauvignon and offers aromas of cherry, brown baking spices, crushed violet petals, and black plum.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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Imitation, of course, is the sincerest form of flattery.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
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This tradition should be viewed as a form of flattery.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Also, deodorants more commonly contain perfume to mask odor.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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In my experience, challenging conventions and presenting a more candid depiction of what troubles our fighting men and women — and their folks back home — brings you more credibility and appreciation than trying to spray perfume on the horrors of the battlefield.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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For dessert, head straight to Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop, which has been making confections like candy apples, fudge, and taffy since the early 20th century.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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The store also has some more traditional candy and a large assortment of taffy.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Incense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incense. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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