candy 1 of 2

verb

Definition of candynext
as in to sweeten
to make more desirable the publisher hopes the flashy cover will candy up the novel for impulse buyers

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candy

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noun

as in chocolate

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Recent Examples of candy
Verb
Look for notes of toffee, caramel, figs, and candied fruit on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 June 2026 Feed a crowd at a Norwegian match with this recipe that uses candied orange peels, fresh orange zest and dark chocolate for a little sweetness no matter how the match is going. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Noun
The pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare feels straight out of a storybook, lined with alpine-style storefronts, beer halls, bakeries, candy shops, boutiques, and cozy restaurants. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026 From candy makers to bakers and wedding favor brands, people and companies around the world appear to be capitalizing on what could be the biggest wedding of the era. — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for candy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candy
  1. sweeten
  2. chocolate
  3. spruce
  4. sweet
  5. improve
  6. confection
  7. enhance
  8. dessert
Verb
  • Hinduism is a narrative religion; its mercurial wisdom is lightened and sweetened by stories, softened by ambiguities, sharpened by paradoxes.
    — Chandrahas Choudhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
  • The Sixers sweetened the deal with draft capital, but those picks won’t compensate for Brown’s departure.
    — Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of sweeten
Noun
  • Earlier this year, five of the world's largest chocolate companies—Nestlé, Lindt & Sprüngli, Mars, Mondelēz and Hershey—incorporated a foundation in Geneva to close the living income gap for cocoa-farming households in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana.
    — Santiago Gowland, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The chain is are also known for its milkshakes, which come in regular flavors like chocolate or vanilla, or other flavors like lotus cookie butter and matcha and vanilla ice cream.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2026
Definition of chocolate
Verb
  • Prince Harry even spruced the place up to Meghan’s liking while the couple was dating, per People, and proposed to her in the walled garden outside of the cottage in 2017.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 20 June 2026
  • And these pieces don’t need much to spruce them up either.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
Definition of spruce
Noun
  • Explore unique crafts, goods and gifts from more than 15 local vendors while sampling holiday treats and summer sweets.
    — Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
  • Strawberries dominate the sweets scene, butter becomes a starring ingredient and bison quietly emerges as the protein of the moment.
    — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026
Definition of sweet
Verb
  • Many people prefer whole-wheat pasta to increase their fiber intake, support digestive and heart health, and improve the overall nutrient quality of their diet, rather than focusing primarily on protein.
    — Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 8 July 2026
  • However, his office says the former Senate majority leader's health is improving.
    — Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of improve
Noun
  • Indulgences are also well catered for, from waffles to a confection of pastries at the buffet.
    — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • But almost a thousand years before the confection existed, there was a real woman by the name of Lady Godiva.
    — Michele MetychAll, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 July 2026
Definition of confection
Verb
  • More than 30 Will County schools will receive funds to enhance security thanks to $129,777 in grants awarded by the county from the state’s cannabis sales tax revenue.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
    — STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2026
Definition of enhance
Noun
  • As for what, perhaps, soba noodles with edamame and mushrooms have to do with Pablo Picasso, or why Salvador Dali gets an unexpected dessert course of a white chocolate potato souffle, Beshir clarifies the goal of the evening.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • For example, toppings like hot fudge, peanut butter, and chocolate candies can add hundreds of calories to your dessert.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 July 2026
Definition of dessert

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