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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 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 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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 May 2025
While younger viewers will enjoy seeing the genuine and sweet interactions between Lilo Pelekai (Maia Kealoha) and Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders), there’s an honesty and vulnerability between sisters Nani and Lilo that will truly resonate with kids who have siblings.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 May 2025
Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
According to the company, a new business will be opening its doors and selling bubble tea, coffee, lemonade, and sweets.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Southerners will mix sweet tea with lemonade for an Arnold Palmer or with Kentucky bourbon for hard iced tea.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 May 2025
While younger viewers will enjoy seeing the genuine and sweet interactions between Lilo Pelekai (Maia Kealoha) and Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders), there’s an honesty and vulnerability between sisters Nani and Lilo that will truly resonate with kids who have siblings.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 May 2025
Noun
Sinha, a Harvard graduate and a former consultant for McKinsey & Company, draped the men in marigold garlands and presented them with sweets.
—Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
According to the company, a new business will be opening its doors and selling bubble tea, coffee, lemonade, and sweets.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweet
Adjective
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The flowers of some violet species can be fragrant, and have been used as a perfume substitute at the turn of the 20th century.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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The needle-like foliage is fragrant and the distinctive flavor is used to season vegetables and meat.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Perry was also quite gracious when another fan in the crowd handed her an album to sign.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2025
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The building includes a 24-hour concierge and a gracious lobby with a residents’ lounge.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Over the years, my siblings and friends blessed me with six more adorable kids to shower with love.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Regardless, the Crane Soft Sided Basket Cooler is ready for summer with its comfortable handles, soft sides, and four adorable patterns to choose from.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The competition ended with a delicious buffet lunch attended by 500 people.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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Unlike indulging for a week on regular vacations, the cruise's generous food options – though often delicious – can be a bit overwhelming for some passengers after a few months.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Jiang by Chef Fei is one of three restaurants with two Michelin stars in Guangzhou; for a more casual treat, sit for a while in the lobby’s very Instagrammable cake shop, where intricate confections, available with coffee and tea, are displayed in elegant glass cases.—
Bonnie Tsui,
AFAR Media,
6 May 2025
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In 2019, at a fund-raising dinner in Washington, a smiling Mr. Akufo-Addo cut into a large gray, square confection — the planned cathedral rendered in cake.—
Francis Kokoroko,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Charlotte’s newest fine-dining darling is Albertine, with impressive food and service.—
Amber Gibson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2025
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Ten-time Grammy nom Monáe, an equally impressive singer-songwriter who has become a fashion industry darling, follows in Jones’ footsteps with her own fervent fan base.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2025
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One of the area's most beloved trails for hiking and biking is open after being closed nearly a year.—
Flip Putthoff,
Arkansas Online,
13 May 2025
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Two men have been convicted of chopping down the beloved Sycamore Gap tree, which stood for centuries near Hadrian’s Wall in northern England.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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On the nose, this bourbon is aromatic and approachable, with aromas of caramel corn, vanilla wafer, light oak, and a subtle hint of cooked, honeyed grain.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Gently muddle until the mint is aromatic, then add 2 ounces white rum and ice.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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