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
The grapes will still get the sugar that sweetens them from the surrounding leaves.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
Get the recipe > Maple syrup sweetens the spice paste—fragrant with cumin, coriander, fennel, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon—used to marinate a whole bird in this hearty supper from British Indian chef Romy Gill.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026
From spreading atop toast to dipping strawberries, chocolate-hazelnut spread instantly sweetens and delights.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
House Family sweetens the deal with a $7 discount on bottle purchases when guests buy a $7 box of cookies.
—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
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
Get the recipe > Maple syrup sweetens the spice paste—fragrant with cumin, coriander, fennel, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon—used to marinate a whole bird in this hearty supper from British Indian chef Romy Gill.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026
From spreading atop toast to dipping strawberries, chocolate-hazelnut spread instantly sweetens and delights.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
House Family sweetens the deal with a $7 discount on bottle purchases when guests buy a $7 box of cookies.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweetens
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This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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Harris gives Justin Herbert a quality threat and further improves the overall offense.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The 14-page bill improves enforcement of no-contact orders, ups repeat violations of protection orders to felony offenses, and provides protection to witnesses and victims who report domestic violence crimes.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Sweetens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweetens. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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