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as in conditioning
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 strengthening
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 preparing
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 seasoning
Cody Godwin, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
All these ingredients are added to the flour tortilla, which has been pre-seasoned on one side with Parmesan and other seasoning which Daka also didn't reveal.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Feel free to keep things simple by seasoning with a sprinkle of kosher salt, or go all out with one of these spice blends.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Next, add any additional dry seasonings for you wings.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
All these ingredients are added to the flour tortilla, which has been pre-seasoned on one side with Parmesan and other seasoning which Daka also didn't reveal.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Pepperoni Duo flavor features a combination of classic pepperoni and cup n' crisp, layered with mozzarella, sweet marinara, and finished with a cheese blend seasoning.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Feel free to keep things simple by seasoning with a sprinkle of kosher salt, or go all out with one of these spice blends.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoning
Noun
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Owners Nicole and Ryan Esch procure one of Indy's more approachable tap lists despite pulling from a wide range of flavors.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
6 Oct. 2025
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Later, chugging string figures and portentous drones have the flavor of Danny Elfman and Hans Zimmer.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Often overlooked in the grind of the pumpkin spice-industrial complex is the humble gourd for which the massively popular flavoring is named.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
19 Sep. 2025
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The shop, new to West Hollywood, opened in late June, offering dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO, and no-artificial-flavoring or coloring frozen treats.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Leavy’s suggestions for spicing up baseball reflect the essence of spitballing—a pastime within a pastime.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
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Expected Tile Applications While tried-and-true materials like subway tile are a classic for a reason, spicing them up by playing with size and layout can lend a fresh look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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This step is important to remove all gunk and stuck-on food before moving on to conditioning and shining the surface, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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That process typically involves progressing from conditioning work to non-contact drills before being cleared for full contact.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Takaichi, a hard-line conservative who’s cited former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher as her hero, has called for strengthening Japan’s military, and taking a tougher stance against China and North Korea.—
Bradford Betz,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Beyond transactions, New World Realty remains active in charitable initiatives and local events, strengthening the ties that have defined its legacy for more than three decades.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But there have been signs that Kim has spent months preparing for a major parade in the capital Pyongyang, potentially at night and involving tens of thousands of people, according to the South Korean military.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
9 Oct. 2025
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From vegetables and berries to whole grains and lean proteins, the freezer aisle is full of healthy foods that can make preparing quick, balanced meals a breeze.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In traditional Chinese medicine, this spice is considered to have antiseptic and digestive benefits.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Patrons can choose between six spice levels.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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These are intended for young players who are in the first team, or those from the academy who are training with Ruben Amorim’s squad.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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At the front of the room was Marin, then thirty, training her icy blue eyes on each person trying to stall.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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