How to Use candy in a Sentence

candy

1 of 2 noun
  • The cough syrup tastes like candy.
  • As the child turned around to get candy from the table to hand out, the gunman entered the home.
    Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2023
  • The film opens with him chatting with a friend on the phone and grabbing some candy.
    Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 12 Jan. 2024
  • The refillable dispenser has a heart on the front, and the rest is clear to see the candy inside.
    Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2024
  • The box also shares the look of the candy’s distinct red wrapper.
    Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 1 May 2023
  • Because who doesn't have the need, the need for speed candy on Halloween?
    Emily Becker, Women's Health, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Bright dots of chili sauce on the plate add both eye and tongue candy — spark — to the assembly.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 28 Apr. 2023
  • Chances are they’re all jazzed up for trick-or-treating and the chance to eat way too much candy.
    Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 30 July 2023
  • Then those are stacked on a third glass that contains sour fruits and candies.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2023
  • That’s kind of [got us] thinking very hard about our candy.
    Chris Morris, Fortune, 8 May 2023
  • Any candy corn that’s made with shellac will list it on the package.
    Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 26 Oct. 2023
  • In trying to get a hold of that candy, Black still came up against roadblocks.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2023
  • The wrist candy also features a Screen Actors Guild charm on the bracelet.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2024
  • Blau loves stylish desserts, and Crown Block’s brunch will go big: doughnuts, cakes, pies and candy.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 18 Sep. 2023
  • From candy to fun, Halloween is one of the most festive holidays of the year.
    Brittany Kasko, Fox News, 5 Oct. 2023
  • The student brought the candy in a plastic bag from home, according to WSLS.
    Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 13 Dec. 2023
  • Hey kid, want some candy? Don’t worry about the wrapper.
    Brett Owens, Forbes, 4 May 2023
  • But most of all he’s got his dream: to lift up the world by bringing the wonder of his candy to everyone in it.
    Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Wahlberg showed off the wrist candy and his new kicks in a short Instagram video that was shared on Monday.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2023
  • From the stands, spectators toss dozens of packs of candy down onto the bulls, daring the men below to edge closer to the beast.
    Toby Muse, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2024
  • Once cool, pipe on pink frosting or use pink candy melts to create the inner ear.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2024
  • What is the etiquette about eating candy or breath mints when in public, please?
    Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin, oregonlive, 15 Apr. 2023
  • On the palate, there’s a burst of spice and ginger candy, along with orange, hot mulled cider, caramel, vanilla, and some rum raisin ice cream.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 May 2023
  • Back then, Santa would throw candy to young people, many of whom would run alongside the train.
    Stephanie Gallman Jordan, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2023
  • One boy sneaks out to get a pack of Gushers candy from his backpack hanging near the classroom door.
    USA Today, 12 June 2023
  • Repeat, one at a time, with the remaining bowls of candy coating.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
  • On Easter, at my grandparents’ house, the golden egg has money in it and all the rest have candy.
    Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The rest of the night is a blur of dancing and Halloween candy and alcoholic beverages.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2023
  • The dots refresh for each new image, clattering like the sound of Nerds candies being poured onto a table.
    The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
  • Spring is bringing hot temperatures and even hotter wrist candy.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
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candy

2 of 2 verb
  • The star of the dish are candied bacon-wrapped kielbasa morsels.
    al.com, 25 June 2019
  • The tangy goat cheese paired with the sweet and salty candied bacon and dates is a match made in heaven.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2023
  • Adler paired candied pecans with the chèvre, honey with the pepito, and cherries with the Gouda.
    Allison Steele, Philly.com, 10 Apr. 2018
  • In addition, fruits from the Mediterranean were candied and added to the mixture, along with nuts.
    Denny McKeown, Cincinnati.com, 19 Dec. 2017
  • Add pinch of cayenne pepper and garnish with a lemon slice and candied ginger.
    Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 20 Feb. 2018
  • Place lettuce and peaches on plate and top with dressing and candied pecans.
    Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, 16 Apr. 2018
  • In the last 5 minutes of churning, pour in ½ cup cooled, candied walnuts and 1 cup peaches.
    Callie Blount, al, 15 Aug. 2019
  • Top off each glass with club soda. Garnish each drink with a slice of lime and candied ginger and serve.
    Carlos Frías, miamiherald, 11 Apr. 2016
  • This higher end wine is pale pink in the glass with aromas of pineapple, anise, and candied ginger.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 25 May 2023
  • And for dessert, a highlight: a whole pear with cocoa pebbles and candied pear, mint cream, and chestnut cream.
    Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2018
  • Unlike most spices, it can be used for cooking in many forms – fresh, dried and ground, candied or pickled.
    Serina Desalvio, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2023
  • Before charging in, notice if there’s a spindly green that looks as if its leaves have been frozen or candied.
    Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2019
  • Johnson wrote, a siren call to those who are allegedly candied of ass.
    Yohana Desta, HWD, 5 Apr. 2018
  • Substitute the pecans: Swap the pecans for walnuts, or candied pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option.
    Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2023
  • Instead of a muffin, the eggs Benedict are served on sopes with refried beans and candied garlic.
    Bud Kennedy, star-telegram, 12 Mar. 2018
  • In France, Three Kings Day is celebrated with a gâteau des rois, a sweet brioche bread topped with candied fruit and sugar.
    Carmen Collins, Country Living, 10 Dec. 2019
  • Smith urges him to try her crowd-pleasing macaroni and cheese, candied yams and collard greens, too.
    Haley Laurence, AL.com, 14 June 2017
  • For a light finish just have the limoncello gelato with pine nuts and candied lemon or the chocolate gelato.
    John Mariani, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2023
  • Dulce de leche, candied cocoa nibs and dark chocolate glacage create this beaut.
    Shelbie Lynn Bostedt, RedEye Chicago, 17 Nov. 2017
  • One of my favorites is the Tree Hugger with garlic infused olive oil, brie cheese and candied walnuts.
    Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, 9 July 2019
  • Sauce The City: Fire-roasted street corn in original, spicy chipotle, or candied cob.
    Marc Bona, cleveland.com, 19 June 2019
  • In Mexico, the dish is called calabaza en tacha, or candied pumpkin.
    Christina Morales, New York Times, 20 Oct. 2023
  • Kyle cooked her signature mac n’ cheese, green bean casserole and candied yams.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, 25 Nov. 2019
  • In the mouth there are flavors of Fuji apple and candied orange peel with a lingering note of licorice root in the long, long finish.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2023
  • What is the difference between sweet potatoes and candied yam?
    Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Try the cherry bellini ($10) or a bloody mary garnished with celery salt and candied bacon ($11).
    Samantha Nelson, RedEye Chicago, 1 June 2017
  • Sweet spices shine through with hints of geranium leaf, candied ginger, polished oak, and figs.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
  • The Cherry Mocha features hot espresso poured over a slightly sweet mocha sauce and candied cherry syrup.
    Leada Gore, AL.com, 14 Feb. 2018
  • The oil’s aromatic and fruity notes, vanilla, and candied orange enhance its flavors.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024
  • Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.
    Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024

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