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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a sweet little kitten
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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read
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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister
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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
breathed in the sweet air of the azalea garden
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
a very sweet man directed us to the lost and found
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as in confection
a food having a high sugar content
remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
my darling, my sweet, won't you be mine?
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Recent Examples of sweet
Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The key to surviving the candy-heavy months is about balancing your sweet treats with protective measures.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
If there’s room for dessert, customers can pick from traditional Mexican sweets including tres leches cake and churros.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
To get a sipping experience like Jessie Murph, add strawberry fruit and sweet cream.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The key to surviving the candy-heavy months is about balancing your sweet treats with protective measures.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
Parents can decide in advance how candy will be handled, such as allowing kids to enjoy sweets on Halloween night and then setting limits afterward.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
If there’s room for dessert, customers can pick from traditional Mexican sweets including tres leches cake and churros.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweet
Adjective
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Palmer wrote alongside a few adorable shots of her little one.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Merry Moments Holiday Throw The only thing better than new holiday pillows to dress up your space is a $5, oh-so-adorable throw.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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But harness a touch of Scotland’s inimitable peat, and the Rob Roy really steps into its own, the vermouth offering sweetness to the scotch’s smoke, their interplay both delicious and unique.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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Greet guests with a warm welcome, a house drink, and a few delicious appetizers.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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The birthday girl got all the attention, while the couple also got to enjoy sharing their special day with loved ones in a new way.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Attack People with narcissism often transition into the attack phase next, pummeling the character and credibility of their loved one.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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Witch Hazel Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a type of small deciduous shrub or tree that features fragrant yellow flowers that bloom on old growth from fall to spring, depending on the type.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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There were black burlat cherries, plump apricots, a basket of fragrant strawberries.—
Danielle Postel-Vinay,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Our recipe hails from Mary Ada Marshall, a resident of Smith Island, who was gracious enough to share her recipe.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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For example, Juliette Binoche was gracious enough to come this year.—
Gavin J Blair,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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One that seemed to wash the world in pinks and purples, turning an imposing volcanic mountain range in the distance into a confection?—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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That’s debatable, but the sweet, vanilla-forward coating and pop of salt on top turns ordinary pretzels into a yummy confection nonetheless.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
14 Oct. 2025
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MacKenzie-Childs Tartan Red Rattan Party Serving Tray With this darling MacKenzie-Childs serving tray, you’re bound to be the hostess with the mostess come the holiday season.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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This year, exhibitors had to rely on an ecclectic batch of holdovers, rereleases, including Back to the Future, and the expansion of Focus Features’ awards darling and specialty offering Bugonia.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Nov. 2025
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The world of cinema so dear to Garavani started to approach the designer.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Oh, and also Brian Klugman, the director is a dear friend of my manager.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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