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as in to serve
to behave toward in a stated way
she tries to treat all of her students fairly and equally, regardless of her personal feelings toward them
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as in to manage
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
school officials treated the vandalism of the students' artwork as a very serious matter
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
I will treat with my lawyer and let you know what we decide
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as in to heal
to give medical treatment to
a nurse treating a patient
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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
spending a long weekend at a ski resort is a real treat
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Recent Examples of treat
Terri Liebler, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
If a student’s insurance cannot be verified, the provider must treat the child free of charge — a policy that, compounded by low Medicaid reimbursement rates, can quickly render participation financially untenable.
—Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
These students are having an educational treat, a one-hour class on leadership each week taught by a master on the subject for five decades in college basketball.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
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Verb
In entertainment, marketing and PR are often treated as execution functions with consistent ads, press releases, social posts.
—Terri Liebler, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
If a student’s insurance cannot be verified, the provider must treat the child free of charge — a policy that, compounded by low Medicaid reimbursement rates, can quickly render participation financially untenable.
—Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Little Debbie's parent company, McKee Foods, announced today an all-new bakery-style treat that perfectly balances convenience with quality.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
These students are having an educational treat, a one-hour class on leadership each week taught by a master on the subject for five decades in college basketball.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
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Verb
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When ready to serve, taste asparagus salad and season with more salt and pepper if needed.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Apr. 2026
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The group says the centralized location near the bus stop will help the free market better serve residents in the surrounding cities.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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This begs the question as to how Woodland, who qualified for The Masters by winning in Houston, will be able to manage his PTSD this week during one of golf’s elite events.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Any tweaks would lie solely with the software that manages the engines, given engine hardware is locked in until 2027 under F1’s homologation rules.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Nancy Watkins, a principal and actuary with consulting firm Milliman in San Francisco, said one of the report’s most important recommendations is statewide coordination of efforts to reduce wildfire threats through home hardening and removing flammable materials around buildings.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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In more executive news, Ashley Kaplan, who previously served as Nickelodeon’s EVP of unscripted and digital franchises, will shift into a consulting role, supporting the TV Media division on special projects through the end of the year.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2026
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In a low-oxygen environment—similar to that of tadpoles’ usual aquatic habitat—mice tissue healed better than when it was exposed to more oxygen.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
9 Apr. 2026
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In Navajo culture, such fracturing violence requires a ceremony to restore balance, to heal.—
Stephen Trimble,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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More than 200 trees are just days away from full blossoms, providing more joy for Gipson and anyone who appreciates poetry in motion.—
Noel Brennan,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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This may be the quietest song on our list, but the acoustic guitars and breathy vocal evince quiet joy and more than a bit of sexiness.—
Brett Milano,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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The eggs were dropped during two Easter events, and then the kids could hunt for them and collect the candy inside.—
Holly Santman,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The product was discontinued in the 1980s following public concerns about Pop Rocks, including rumors that the candy could be dangerous when consumed with soda.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Aviators — who lost to the Renegades, 28-23, on Sunday — announced after Ginn's arrest that offensive coordinator Todd Haley would handle head coaching duties for the team, per Yahoo Sports.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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There are seeds to grab, and in some cases, a team could essentially manipulate how their side of the bracket sorts itself out.—
Tim Reynolds,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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The case would also require testimony, which meant that at least one of Bateman’s wives needed to realize she was being manipulated and abused.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Treat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treat. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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