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verb

past tense of season
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as in spiced
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored the chef seasoned the vegetables as soon as they came out of the oven

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as in prepared
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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Recent Examples of seasoned
Adjective
The lower end is for those with sensitive skin and new users, while the higher end is for seasoned retinol users—plus everything else in between. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026 The Elora interior remains newcomer-friendly but will also appeal to seasoned road-dwellers with its flexible feature set, particularly the spacious rear lounge. New Atlas, 3 July 2026 Better known among seasoned riders as the Triple Nickel, the route makes for one of the most crooked roads in the Midwest, if not the country. Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 Less appealing Thin markets are also less appealing to seasoned traders. Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 2 July 2026 And none is more seasoned than Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski, who was a firsthand witness to the primes of elite running backs Adrian Peterson and Nick Chubb, and views Bijan Robinson firmly in the same tier. Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 1 July 2026 In some occupations, less experienced people with AI may be able to do the job of seasoned workers. Bill Conerly, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Key Takeaways Yogurt noodles are a traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern comfort dish that combines noodles and seasoned yogurt. Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026 Learning from seasoned real estate agents is the fastest way to learn the ropes. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 28 June 2026
Verb
Thin, seasoned, and built for dipping, especially with white sauce or something spicy on the side. Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026 That impressive steak, seasoned just right to enhance the natural flavors of the wagyu beef, is just one reason to visit Enzo Steakhouse at Trilith in Fayetteville. Justin Brown, AJC.com, 12 July 2026 From Mongolia’s vast Gobi Desert and China’s high-altitude wine country to India’s wildlife-rich heartland, these destinations offer the cultural depth, natural beauty and sense of exclusivity that seasoned travelers are increasingly craving. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 It was sweetened with honey, seasoned with fragrant spices, and baked religiously across Europe. Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026 Relatively mild in flavor, yet rich and well-seasoned, the hero ingredient is also packed with protein. Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 July 2026 Traditional Turkish yogurt noodles start with plain noodles, then add yogurt seasoned with garlic and salt. Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026 Roasted Chickpeas In some countries, dry chickpeas are toasted until crisp, often seasoned with salt or spices. Merve Ceylan, Health, 24 June 2026 Haitian soldiers seasoned on American battlefields during the revolution later sparked Haiti’s overthrow of French colonial rule, depriving France of its most profitable slave colony and ending one of the most brutal enslavement of human beings in modern world history. Paul Vallas, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoned
Adjective
  • Cuba’s doctors for decades have worked in developing nations such as Gambia and Venezuela, skilled in providing care with scarce resources.
    ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
  • Over time, people become highly skilled at succeeding within the measurement system, even if the organization itself is no better off.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • In fact, this recipe has the meatballs gently spiced with a dash of cumin and cinnamon, then tossed with a pepperoncini-spiked tomato sauce.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • They're spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger and drizzled with cream cheese glaze to complete the carrot cake experience.
    Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • Instead, it was trained to do various goal celebrations, including ones by Haaland and Harry Kane.
    Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • Many have worked and trained alongside each other for years, forming bonds that transcend cultures and languages.
    Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • Away from social media, the roommates have settled into simple traditions that have only strengthened their friendship.
    Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • Flag football’s prolific growth has strengthened the sport at every amateur level from peewees to the Olympics and led to the NFL’s $32 million commitment for men’s and women’s professional flag leagues to debut next year.
    Tim Graham, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Residents in these areas are encouraged to be prepared in case an evacuation is issued.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • Before opening her store, Altshuler had prepared three hundred and sixty jars of pickles to sell, and eventually started giving them away to people who donated books.
    Emma Allen, New Yorker, 13 July 2026
Adjective
  • After reducing engineering staff and relying more heavily on AI for portions of its design and development work, Ford found that the technology could not consistently match the expertise of experienced engineers.
    Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Adoptive parents can be single, married, or partnered; experienced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ+ singles and couples.
    MARE Staff, Boston Herald, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • This refreshing recipe is spiked with bourbon (or lemon flavored-vodka, if that's your preference) to beat the Southern heat.
    Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Rich with mayonnaise and cheddar cheese and flavored with bacon, the nostalgic broccoli and cauliflower salad will convert even those with a strong dislike for veggies.
    Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • However, a key flaw in this study’s design was that the researchers adjusted away the differences in prehospital care by comparing patients in similar conditions upon hospital arrival.
    Cal Chengqi Fang, The Conversation, 14 July 2026
  • Social Security benefits are adjusted annually through cost-of-living adjustments to help those monthly checks keep pace with inflation.
    Lorie Konish, CNBC, 14 July 2026

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“Seasoned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoned. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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