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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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Recent Examples of treat
Adam Goldman Jeanna Smialek Ameera Harouda Miriam Jordan, New York Times, 2 June 2025
All six victims are still being treated, with one listed was seriously injured while the others received more minor injuries, according to police.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 June 2025
Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 20 May 2025
The hotel also hosts a monthly series, bringing in treats from bakeries around the country—our timing coincided with baked goods from NYC's Breads Bakery, including the famous babka.
—Claudia Fisher, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2025
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The Trump administration and the European Union are fast-tracking discussions toward a trade deal, but America’s right sometimes treats the bloc as more foe than friend.
—Adam Goldman Jeanna Smialek Ameera Harouda Miriam Jordan, New York Times, 2 June 2025
All six victims are still being treated, with one listed was seriously injured while the others received more minor injuries, according to police.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 June 2025
Noun
Each is ready to fill with feed, seeds, produce, or treats.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 20 May 2025
The hotel also hosts a monthly series, bringing in treats from bakeries around the country—our timing coincided with baked goods from NYC's Breads Bakery, including the famous babka.
—Claudia Fisher, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for treat
Noun
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The activities that bring them joy in fifth grade may all get thrown out the window by eighth grade.—
Deborah Farmer Kris,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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The others — Moira, Rita, and Luke, especially — are able to find joy in repelling Gilead from Boston.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
27 May 2025
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Both stores provide an abundance of choices in classic and nostalgic candies plus homemade fudge, chocolates and other treats.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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On April 15 in Idaho, Governor Brad Little signed a bill passed through the state Legislature that approved the banning of soda and candy from food assistance benefits.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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But turtles were seen popping their heads above the lake surface to the delight of many.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9 Hollyhocks are quintessential cottage garden plants, with showy blooms standing tall in the garden all summer long to the delight of pollinators and gardeners alike.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Between sips, savor hearty traditional dishes, inventive tapas, artisanal cheeses, mouthwatering sweets—whether in an intimate dining room or at an elegant picnic among the vineyards.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
15 May 2025
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Every year, when Easter time arrives, Alvarez says her grandma gives up sweets — specifically chocolate.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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There are several annual festivals in town, including Sa Festa Mamma—the great feast—that celebrates Saint Antiochus with processional floats and folk music and slow baked, decorated bread called su coccòi de su santu.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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In addition to the Memorial Day dogs and burgers, feast on a mess of films now available on your favorite streaming services, from Netflix and Max to Paramount+ and Hulu.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Inside, the restaurant offers cozy dining tables, a case packed with homemade baked goodies, and décor saluting England’s Queen Elizabeth and all things for teatime.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
20 May 2025
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Pressed on red/purple colored wax, the records came with additional goodies, including a new cover and a 20-page booklet with photos of the Grammy winner.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The menu also offers classic Italian dishes, antipasti, thin-crust pizzas and signature desserts like Nutella pizza.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Use that hot grill to make the perfect summer dessert.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
23 May 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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There are also new acts to relish as well as new delectables to savor.—
Karen D'Souza,
The Mercury News,
13 July 2024
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“Treat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treat. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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