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
House Family sweetens the deal with a $7 discount on bottle purchases when guests buy a $7 box of cookies.
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Debby Rice, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
The moody Moon is joining romantic Venus in your 6th House of Responsibilities, which sweetens routines and invites gentle cooperation.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
Debby Rice, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
The moody Moon is joining romantic Venus in your 6th House of Responsibilities, which sweetens routines and invites gentle cooperation.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweetens
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The value of automation in improving research consistency Automation enhances research by increasing speed and consistency.—
Ascend Agency,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The key is choosing a tone that enhances your natural coloring and allows your features to lead, much like Bessette-Kennedy’s own approach to beauty.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Zheng Yu said the new system significantly improves vehicle performance and driving range.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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The first step replenishes skin’s water levels, and the second protects it—a combination that improves elasticity, calms inflammation, and strengthens barrier integrity.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Sweetens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweetens. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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