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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
Tom MacKlin, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Hummingbirds require a sweet nectar, however, this liquid sugar is also attractive to insects, especially ants.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2026
Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
The labor-intensive curiosity, long relegated to fruitcake and other traditional sweets, is making a glittering comeback.
—Hannah Walhout, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Hyacinths with attractive pink, purple or white flowers and a sweet fragrance need more cold than Florida can provide to rebloom.
—Tom MacKlin, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Hummingbirds require a sweet nectar, however, this liquid sugar is also attractive to insects, especially ants.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2026
Noun
Devotees had left offerings — rupees, bananas, and sweets such as Choco-Pie, Oat Krunch cookies and digestive biscuits.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
The labor-intensive curiosity, long relegated to fruitcake and other traditional sweets, is making a glittering comeback.
—Hannah Walhout, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweet
Adjective
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This sheet mask set from K-beauty brand Tonymoly has earned over 5,000 five-star ratings thanks to its adorable packaging, skin-loving formulas, and actual efficacy.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
4 Feb. 2026
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Van Cleef & Arpels’ playful Lucky Animals collection originally debuted in 2017 and has since grown with new additions of adorable critters.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Expect a whimsical yet extensive drinks program here, including surprisingly delicious non-alcoholic cocktail concoctions.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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All of the flavors—Thousand Island dressing, Worcestershire sauce, spicy-brown mustard, hot sauce—come together in one delicious recipe.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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In 1980 in the waning days of White rule, Bobo is torn between her mother (Davidtz), determined to keep loved ones and their farm safe, and her Black friends wanting to reclaim their land.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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Amazon is packed with Travel + Leisure–loved luggage from Samsonite, chic and durable styles from Delsey Paris, and even multi-piece luggage sets worth snagging now for upcoming travel.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Beyond those fragrant fillings was a rich history of the monastery dating to the 10th century.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Cut flowers can be both colorful and fragrant, but after a couple of weeks they are finished.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2026
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Next on the line is a woman who is more gracious to Kendrick, but didn’t seem to get the memo that the East Coast-West Coast rivalry ended decades ago.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
6 Feb. 2026
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Just like the trains themselves, these glamorous culinary experiences are reminiscent of the golden era of travel, with gracious table-settings, intricate confections, and a leisurely, unhurried pace.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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Just like a brownie these confections are fugdy and chewy inside, while crispy around the edges like a cookie.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2026
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And save room for dessert, especially the vanilla cognac ice cream, a velvety, boozy confection that’s not too sweet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Shares of Palantir, a darling of the AI boom, powered higher by more than 6% after the company reported earnings on Monday night that beat traders' expectations.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
3 Feb. 2026
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Since then, Ann Michael has become the darling among Patriots fans because of her relationship with the NFL MVP candidate.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Feb. 2026
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If the dearest gentle readers thought the lake scene in Season 4 Part 1 of Bridgerton was steamy, a new teaser has arrived to challenge that notion.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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