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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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as in to concern
to have (something) as a subject matter
his paper treats of the ethical dilemmas that doctors face every day in the emergency rooms of urban hospitals
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
Use a secure, private browser for sensitive browsing Not all browsers treat your privacy equally.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025
Jamie Fischer, Parents, 11 June 2025
The new McFlurry flavor, inspired by a summer campfire treat, is officially available for purchase at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide beginning Tuesday, June 10.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 11 June 2025
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The Annecy crowd was treated to a full 25 minutes of footage.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
Use a secure, private browser for sensitive browsing Not all browsers treat your privacy equally.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025
Noun
Funny Father's Day Jokes What are dads' favorite Father's Day treats?
—Jamie Fischer, Parents, 11 June 2025
The new McFlurry flavor, inspired by a summer campfire treat, is officially available for purchase at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide beginning Tuesday, June 10.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for treat
Noun
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Moments of joy, oliberated by unforgettable sadness.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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Yet moments of sheer joy arrived sparingly, a balance in a greater storytelling arc involving introspection, anger, reflection, comfort, struggle, fear, confusion and spirituality.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Security cameras showed one of the burglars crawling on his stomach through the candy store before cutting through both concrete and a thick safe, stealing more than $2 million in cash and jewelry.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
6 June 2025
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The accessories and hair dye company, founded by Kathryn Winokur in 2021, has partnered with Sour Patch Kids to release a new, limited-edition Glow Up Gem Pen Set, which will feature the brand’s viral Gem Pen tool and Glow Up Watermelon candy.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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With their wagging tails and big smiles, the dogs have simultaneously become ambassadors for the airport, greeting passengers and adding a little delight to what can sometimes be stressful air travel.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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The songs, the story, the performances — the new musical based on the 2002 indie film is a pure delight.—
EW Staff Published,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
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Why fans love the Florida doughnut shops Of the Florida shops that received recognition for sweets, DG Doughnuts ranked the highest at No. 16.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2025
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While wild elephants usually prefer bananas, bamboo and grasses, Biang Lek went straight for the sweets.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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This plate is a visual feast of crispy fries, Kalua pork and bulgogi, topped with a fried egg and furikake.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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History’s first American pope recalled that the Roman Catholic Church on Saturday marked a special feast day to pray for the church in China.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
Noun
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As my family began the tender process of sorting through her belongings, my mom mailed me an Easter basket of goodies.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Essence,
11 June 2025
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Some, like Psyche, are mineral rich without all that pesky planet concealing the goodies.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2025
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The desserts reflect a style of baking that's both retro-inspired and distinctly modern, and even a little messy, which ties into the parallel story of the book about Burke finding his community.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 June 2025
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What is the significance of desserts in the Persian culture?—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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And just like there are street vendors who cater to humans, there's one guy who runs a food truck offering doggie delectables.—
Eyder Peralta,
NPR,
4 June 2025
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In the kitchen, one found ham, an array of cheeses, savory puffs, crackers and other delectables.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American-Statesman,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Treat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treat. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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