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as in serves
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 addresses
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 consults
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 heals
to give medical treatment to
a nurse treating a patient
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as in joys
a source of great satisfaction
spending a long weekend at a ski resort is a real treat
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as in goodies
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
for us sushi is a real treat since no restaurant around here makes it
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Recent Examples of treats
Darlene Superville, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Every five to seven years, a new class of threat arrives, the field treats it as unprecedented and the practitioners who recognize the shape from prior waves are the ones who solve it first.
—Harsh Singhal, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Too often, America still treats oral health as an afterthought—segregated from medicine, detached from justice, and absent from too much of health policy.
—Jean Paul Laurent, Time, 11 June 2026
Currently, the technique successfully treats batteries at a 70-80 percent state of health — the typical retirement threshold for electric vehicles.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
An 18-year-old like Andrew could place these wagers due to a legal technicality that treats prediction markets differently than traditional sportsbooks, which are 21+ in most states.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
But advocates for charging reform said the state treats young offenders too harshly and locks many of them up without judicial discretion.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum actively treats discoloration with 2% niacinamide and helps brighten the look of dark circles, thanks to caffeine.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
That's the way society treats you.
—Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
The service The hotel offers 24/7 hour service– including tasty treats for room service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
Regions like Brittany and Bordeaux have their own distinctive baking traditions, with buttery treats that come shaped like bicycle wheels or coated in beeswax.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
In one test, the dogs were given a Kong toy (basically a rubber cone with rounded edges) with treats inside.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
An underground farm stand stocked with the recent harvest and other treats.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
To augment the content, team these seasonal treats with other rich protein sources.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
Today, cottonwood tree bark is harvested for pulpwood, wooden kitchen utensils and sometimes, the sticks that hold summertime treats like popsicles.
—Sheryl Devore, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2026
The match will be shown on the museum’s South Terrace, with drinks for sale from the museum’s Park View Bar, and nibbles from its Bourke Street Bakery popup, featuring Australian and American traditional and classic treats.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Verb
Trump also poked Macron by telling a private luncheon in April that his wife, Brigitte Macron, treats her husband badly.
—Darlene Superville, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Every five to seven years, a new class of threat arrives, the field treats it as unprecedented and the practitioners who recognize the shape from prior waves are the ones who solve it first.
—Harsh Singhal, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Too often, America still treats oral health as an afterthought—segregated from medicine, detached from justice, and absent from too much of health policy.
—Jean Paul Laurent, Time, 11 June 2026
Currently, the technique successfully treats batteries at a 70-80 percent state of health — the typical retirement threshold for electric vehicles.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
An 18-year-old like Andrew could place these wagers due to a legal technicality that treats prediction markets differently than traditional sportsbooks, which are 21+ in most states.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
But advocates for charging reform said the state treats young offenders too harshly and locks many of them up without judicial discretion.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum actively treats discoloration with 2% niacinamide and helps brighten the look of dark circles, thanks to caffeine.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
That's the way society treats you.
—Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
Designed for sharing and connection at the table, the Big Night Out experience includes cheese fondue paired with artisan breads and fresh dippers, a salad course, premium entrée fondue and a chocolate fondue finale served with sweet treats and fresh fruit.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
The service The hotel offers 24/7 hour service– including tasty treats for room service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
Regions like Brittany and Bordeaux have their own distinctive baking traditions, with buttery treats that come shaped like bicycle wheels or coated in beeswax.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
In one test, the dogs were given a Kong toy (basically a rubber cone with rounded edges) with treats inside.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
An underground farm stand stocked with the recent harvest and other treats.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
To augment the content, team these seasonal treats with other rich protein sources.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
Today, cottonwood tree bark is harvested for pulpwood, wooden kitchen utensils and sometimes, the sticks that hold summertime treats like popsicles.
—Sheryl Devore, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2026
The match will be shown on the museum’s South Terrace, with drinks for sale from the museum’s Park View Bar, and nibbles from its Bourke Street Bakery popup, featuring Australian and American traditional and classic treats.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treats
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Amasa, a Latin American steakhouse; Bar Amasa, the upstairs taqueria; and Bar Rocco, an Italian restaurant that also serves an elegant brunch, helmed by celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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In addition to its dozens of craft beers and cocktails available at each location, University of Beer serves classic bar fare and elevated takes on the cuisine.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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The plan also addresses how the Army would manage public communications surrounding an execution, including provisions for media access to witness the executions.—
Steve Beynon,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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Prospects for a lasting deal between Iran and the US that addresses Washington’s security interests and allows Tehran to prosper are dim because there’s no win-win formula.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Forbes also consults news reports and salary databases such as Capology, Over the Cap and Spotrac.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The couple consults their town historian Joe, played by James Austin Johnson, about getting a historical landmark designation for Woodstone to prevent the planned demolition.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
21 May 2026
Verb
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Because when an encounter — with a lover, a friend, a stranger or a new film by Ryusuke Hamaguchi — takes you to a place that transforms you, enlarges you and heals the hairline cracks where all the hope keeps leaking out, there is no such thing as too long spent there.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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As the regular market heals, FAIR Plan pricing must become actuarially sound as already required by law to lead customers towards better and cheaper coverage in the regular market.—
Patrick Wolff,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
Noun
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As for what makes the hideaway so magical, the actor offered a glimpse at the joys of mountain life in his WSJ profile.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
6 June 2026
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Jesni Sam had eagerly awaited the everyday joys of building a life with her husband.—
Caroline Silva,
AJC.com,
6 June 2026
Noun
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All the aforementioned powerhouses can earn up to 30% off, whereas goodies by Charlotte Tilbury, Creed, Dyson, EltaMD, Oribe, Victoria Beckham Beauty, and PCA Skin have maximum discounts of 20%.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 June 2026
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Whenever your outfit feels a little plain, these goodies will inject some welcome personality—all without blowing a hole in your budget.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
Verb
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How Familiar handles privacy inside your home A robot that sees and hears what happens inside your home naturally raises privacy questions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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But there is nothing online regarding any nomination other than who is scheduled to be considered by the Judiciary Committee, which confirms judges, and the Finance Committee, which handles all other nominees.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The Rams star quarterback manipulates opposing players with his eyes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Williams acknowledges that there are fears about dubbing fixes being the thin end of a wedge that could lead to actors being replaced, even if Flawless’ AI only manipulates the face from the nose down.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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