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as in to condition
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
carefully seasoned the cast iron pan with vegetable oil before using it for the first time
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as in to strengthen
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
troops that had been seasoned by months of intense training
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as in to prepare
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
her campaign manager has been seasoned by several hotly contested gubernatorial campaigns
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as in day
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Recent Examples of season
Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
Raley, a stalwart for the Mets’ bullpen in 2023, underwent Tommy John surgery early last season after throwing only seven innings.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 19 July 2025
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
However, seasoned travelers and hospitality professionals know that some of the dirtiest places in hotel rooms are often hidden in plain sight.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
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Verb
The consistency of officiating has been a topic players and coaches have been discussing a lot this season, and Engelbert said the league is aware and will evaluate it.
—Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
Raley, a stalwart for the Mets’ bullpen in 2023, underwent Tommy John surgery early last season after throwing only seven innings.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 19 July 2025
Noun
The finish is long and sweet, with lingering notes of honey, orchard fruit, and seasoned oak.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
However, seasoned travelers and hospitality professionals know that some of the dirtiest places in hotel rooms are often hidden in plain sight.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for season
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Grown in Vietnam At Chloe Ca Phe, specialties include the Shaken Pho Americano ($8), which is flavored with a syrup made by simmering roasted cardamom and cinnamon, echoing the spice base of pho broth.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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Just double check the popcorn isn’t seasoned or flavored as the additives can give your pooch an upset stomach.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
Verb
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The Assembly Line Mindset Many developers have been conditioned to work on a digital assembly line driven by velocity.—
Deepa Shekhar,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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And that, and his advanced age, have clearly conditioned possible succession plans.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
17 July 2025
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Accompanied by a business delegation, investment deals were inked, along with agreements to strengthen business ties.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
14 July 2025
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Knowing whether the solution keeps your headcount neutral or—better yet—helps net some efficiency only strengthens your argument.—
Dave Merkel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Consider personally submitting your tax payment to the IRS after your CPA has prepared them, review your tax returns every year.—
Anne-Lyse Ngatta,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Researchers have used different types of strawberries prepared in different ways to assess their blood pressure benefits.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The Head-to-Toe Neutral Outfit While summer is all about color, monochrome looks are just what the mood calls for some days.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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While unconfirmed, sources say the film revolves around the period at the artificial intelligence company OpenAI in 2023 that saw CEO Sam Altman fired and rehired in a matter of days.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Alas, there’s a month or so to spice up what should be the team’s most predictable position battle.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
22 July 2025
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McDonald’s has new breakfast sandwiches to spice up your morning commute.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
2 July 2025
Verb
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
21 July 2025
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That plan was ripped up and adjusted to a 4-4-1, with Minge back in defence.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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That those brilliant turquoise waves had flattened and hardened into muted whites and grays.—
Laura Poppick
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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Bottom line Gel polishes are painted on, similar to regular nail polish, and require UV or LED light to harden.—
Rebecca Dancer,
Allure,
18 July 2025
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“Season.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/season. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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