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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
Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The definition of ultra-processing reflects a philosophy that idealizes traditional culinary practices and treats modern food processing methods as suspect, regardless of their health effects.
—David S. Ludwig, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
The new Netflix series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, produced by the creators of Stranger Things, also treats the engagement period as a horror show.
—Jenny Singer, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
As a homosexual, Rubin has used his identity to push back against claims that Orban’s government treats the LGBT community unfairly.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2026
In one example, Ainesworth said an orthopedic surgeon who treats professional athletes was willing to treat Fort Worth first responders under the workers’ compensation program.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
The machine treats these differently, visibly and consequentially.
—Jason Barnard, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2026
Creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg treats the Schwoopers with loving care, delving into themes of queerness, loss, religion, love, mental health, and growing up with a thoughtfulness and specificity that make his characters feel both familiar and unique.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
But not everyone treats Misiorowski like a hometown hero.
—Pete Grathoff
april 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Kim Kay, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
In a Mars press release from last fall, the company announced several new and upcoming treats that would be making their debut in 2026, one of which is TWIX Bits.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Mostly because this lesson required me to relinquish my take-home treats.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Peaches is described as affectionate and well-balanced — enjoying car rides, treats and quiet time at home.
—Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Costco has issued a recall for some Traditional Madeleines because the treats contained nuts, but did not list the ingredient on the packages.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
In the images, Hilton’s adorable toddlers, London, 2 and Phoenix, 3 could be seen searching for the Easter bunny, enjoying their Easter gift baskets and tucking into sweet treats.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
The partnership that has been turning childhood snack cakes into frozen treats since 2022 just added another product to the freezer aisle.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Light and crisp, the treats deliciously crumble in the mouth.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
Orkambi in 2015, Symdeko in 2018 and Trikafta in 2019, which ultimately treats up to 90% of CF patients in the United States.
—Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The definition of ultra-processing reflects a philosophy that idealizes traditional culinary practices and treats modern food processing methods as suspect, regardless of their health effects.
—David S. Ludwig, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
The new Netflix series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, produced by the creators of Stranger Things, also treats the engagement period as a horror show.
—Jenny Singer, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
As a homosexual, Rubin has used his identity to push back against claims that Orban’s government treats the LGBT community unfairly.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2026
In one example, Ainesworth said an orthopedic surgeon who treats professional athletes was willing to treat Fort Worth first responders under the workers’ compensation program.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
The machine treats these differently, visibly and consequentially.
—Jason Barnard, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2026
Creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg treats the Schwoopers with loving care, delving into themes of queerness, loss, religion, love, mental health, and growing up with a thoughtfulness and specificity that make his characters feel both familiar and unique.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
But not everyone treats Misiorowski like a hometown hero.
—Pete Grathoff
april 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Noun
Yokohamabashi Shotengai is the perfect street for foodies, with no shortage of treats to discover.
—Kim Kay, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
In a Mars press release from last fall, the company announced several new and upcoming treats that would be making their debut in 2026, one of which is TWIX Bits.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Mostly because this lesson required me to relinquish my take-home treats.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Peaches is described as affectionate and well-balanced — enjoying car rides, treats and quiet time at home.
—Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Costco has issued a recall for some Traditional Madeleines because the treats contained nuts, but did not list the ingredient on the packages.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
In the images, Hilton’s adorable toddlers, London, 2 and Phoenix, 3 could be seen searching for the Easter bunny, enjoying their Easter gift baskets and tucking into sweet treats.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
The partnership that has been turning childhood snack cakes into frozen treats since 2022 just added another product to the freezer aisle.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Light and crisp, the treats deliciously crumble in the mouth.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treats
Verb
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The restaurant also serves lunch specials daily, including platters with a choice of protein (chicken, salmon or, naturally, steak) with rice or quinoa and a side salad.—
Connie Ogle
April 9,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Crouch serves as creator, showrunner, writer and executive producer, with additional executive producers including Matt Tolmach, Richard Lederer and Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, who co-wrote all episodes of Season 2.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tian’s team noted that the system addresses a key gap between sustainable airframe materials and autonomous flight control, with potential applications ranging from environmental monitoring and forestry inspections to science education.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
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Finally, neither strategy adequately addresses the capital requirements that prevent many clinics and pharmacies from stocking injectable PrEP.—
Michael Rose,
STAT,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bumgarner confirmed there is no current partnership between the humane society and United Way, but that United Way frequently consults with organizations in distress.—
Amber Gaudet,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Before every visit, my mom always consults me for packing tips on what to wear.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Perversely, this division might prove to be the one that heals.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2026
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To keep the airway open while the dog's face heals, Peanut had a small tube inserted into his nostril.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But this celebration of the joys (and practical value) of gardening is also laced with comedy, as Galifianakis cracks plenty of jokes with the experts and kids joining him amongst the greenery.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Apr. 2026
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Barr opened up about her move to Texas and the joys she's experienced since making the lifestyle change and being outdoors in a recent interview with Fox News Digital.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Players can complete her unique friendship quests to unlock goodies like her signature clothing set and the new Meeko companion.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2026
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Stock Up on Supplies The final step for preparing your space for patio season is to stock up on all of your favorite warm-weather goodies.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Plus, the all-in-one station handles emptying, washing, and hot-air drying for total hands-free maintenance.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
6 Apr. 2026
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That single recipe handles a remarkable range of household disasters.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Reinhart’s Apple is a deliciously deadly mystery wrapped in sequins and pure unadulterated attitude, as Tung’s Pumpkin subtly manipulates the group to get to the bottom of a past incident that weighs on her personally, despite her new friends being oblivious to her true identity.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2026
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The film is being released as newsrooms shrink, the mainstream media consolidates and social media manipulates the meaning of truth.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Treats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treats. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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