as in enhances
to make more desirable
we really want you to work for our company—what can we do to sweeten the job offer?
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Recent Examples of sweetens
On top of a cash prize of $211,000 for gold, Poland sweetens the deal with one of the most unusual bonus packages in Olympic history.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The outdoor garden, pool and patio space make entertaining easy, and a rare two-car garage sweetens the deal even more.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
A little bit of honey sweetens a refreshing mixture of pineapple or orange juice blended with strawberries, mango and banana for a refreshing summer drink.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 16 Jan. 2026
However, maybe New York sweetens the deal by attaching draft picks to try to get someone who can play rotational minutes.
—New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Financial cooperation sweetens the model further through local-currency settlement, RMB clearing arrangements, credit and debt swap lines, and even Panda bonds on offer.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
The company typically sweetens the deal by including a free sheet set, a mattress protector and two cooling pillows, which can add up to $599 in value to your purchase.
—Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 1 Dec. 2025
Chamomile softens the flame, vanilla sweetens the smoke, and the result is all loving, never strange… a total trance.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Stretching it into a three-day weekend only sweetens the deal.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The outdoor garden, pool and patio space make entertaining easy, and a rare two-car garage sweetens the deal even more.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
A little bit of honey sweetens a refreshing mixture of pineapple or orange juice blended with strawberries, mango and banana for a refreshing summer drink.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 16 Jan. 2026
However, maybe New York sweetens the deal by attaching draft picks to try to get someone who can play rotational minutes.
—New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Financial cooperation sweetens the model further through local-currency settlement, RMB clearing arrangements, credit and debt swap lines, and even Panda bonds on offer.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
The company typically sweetens the deal by including a free sheet set, a mattress protector and two cooling pillows, which can add up to $599 in value to your purchase.
—Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 1 Dec. 2025
Chamomile softens the flame, vanilla sweetens the smoke, and the result is all loving, never strange… a total trance.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Stretching it into a three-day weekend only sweetens the deal.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweetens
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Through a nuanced use of light, the film enhances emotional expression and brings each character’s vivid journey to life.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Feb. 2026
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The bittersweet musical numbers lend all the characters — even the comic-relief ones — some modicum of humanity, and Latif’s playful visual style enhances the ironic elements of the tale.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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Replacing your roof not only improves safety and performance, but also boosts curb appeal and increases your home’s value.—
TIMEPROOF USA Roofing Company,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The data is clear that, over time, exercise improves both mental health and cognitive abilities such as problem-solving, Bigliassi said.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Sweetens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweetens. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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