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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
The Week Uk, TheWeek, 16 May 2026
Something about seeing the gentle flow of an expansive body of water immediately calms the nerves, sending your mind into a state of sweet stillness.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Andréa Becker, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
No solid research supports claims that potassium-rich foods, salty snacks, spicy meals or sweets attract mosquitoes.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
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Adjective
The pomegranate molasses in the dressing adds a natural sweet-and-sourness that goes well with the beetroot, complementing both the cooling yoghurt and the heat of the pul biber oil.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 16 May 2026
Something about seeing the gentle flow of an expansive body of water immediately calms the nerves, sending your mind into a state of sweet stillness.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Noun
The meal-kit company Hungry Root recommends ordering sweets during the luteal phase.
—Andréa Becker, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
No solid research supports claims that potassium-rich foods, salty snacks, spicy meals or sweets attract mosquitoes.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
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Adjective
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On Wednesday, May 13, Hailey, 29, shared an adorable video on Instagram showing her son Jack, 20 months, feeding her snacks.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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This adorable gingham matching set is crafted with 100-percent breathable cotton, as well as a relaxed, flowy cut that naturally promotes airflow.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The judge ordered that the child be called Ella instead, noting that the name Nutella was the trade name of a (frankly, delicious) spread.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Guilty pleasures are one thing, but utterly delicious bits of television are something else entirely.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Jonze embarks on a journey to Miami, but now seeks revenge for the death of her loved ones.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Favorites like the Evolution Cool ($52 after discount), Evolution S3 ($32 after discount), and The Neck Evolution S3 (TNE) ($44 after discount) are all wonderful gifting options for loved ones of all ages.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Fenugreek and caraway seeds, fragrant and crunchy, crown plush rolls called kopou.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Unlike related perennial geraniums, scented geraniums are highly fragrant, but their scent is concentrated in their leaves, not their flowers.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Full-price items meet their most gracious price point for attainable at-home renos, and the sitewide sale prices finally make wedding registry shopping more affordable.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2026
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Sit for a spell on the gracious front porch or have a meal in the elegant onsite eatery.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Gabriella completed the cute confection with a champagne belt and appliqué flowers.—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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The 218-page cookbook, which launched in February, is a pink confection overflowing with Minnesota recipes and photos and stories, a storytelling smorgasbord that lets readers follow along as Peterson bakes and cooks favorites with friends, family and followers.—
Molly Guthrey,
Twin Cities,
3 May 2026
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Fetterman was once a darling of the progressive flank of the Democratic Party in the lead-up to and during his 2022 campaign for Senate.—
Joseph Konig,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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Reminiscent of the button-down shirt dresses of the 1950s, this darling dress embodies classic charm.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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Sometimes, there’s no better way to pay tribute to a dear friend than by lambasting them with insults.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
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When Kamyar, her co-department-head and dear friend, broaches his upcoming parental leave, Gabrielle’s response is one part scoffing to ten parts guilt-tripping.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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