as in candy
a food having a high sugar content
following the main course there were assorted confections so delicious-looking as to tempt even determined dieters
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Recent Examples of confection
The ultra-moist confection has a sweet, fruity, spiced flavor profile that might be described as carrot cake meets banana bread.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
The sweet confection has a magic after midnight vibe, much like The Maker Hotel, which is the muse behind all their fragrances.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Chrysler is among the few buildings in the Manhattan skyline to which the word iconic can be non-ironically applied, so when the opportunity to buy the sublime Art Deco confection came up, Rosen took it.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 19 Dec. 2024
More à propos abroad are similarly timed Christmas confections Wonka ($71M at today’s rates in like-for-likes) and Jumanji: The Next Level ($122.8M), as well as the May 2019 release of Aladdin ($115.3M).
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
The sweet confection has a magic after midnight vibe, much like The Maker Hotel, which is the muse behind all their fragrances.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Chrysler is among the few buildings in the Manhattan skyline to which the word iconic can be non-ironically applied, so when the opportunity to buy the sublime Art Deco confection came up, Rosen took it.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 19 Dec. 2024
More à propos abroad are similarly timed Christmas confections Wonka ($71M at today’s rates in like-for-likes) and Jumanji: The Next Level ($122.8M), as well as the May 2019 release of Aladdin ($115.3M).
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confection
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The dye has been used for everything from candy to fruit snacks to baked goods and some beverages, particularly food products with a strawberry flavor, such as Yoo-hoo Strawberry Drink or Betty Crocker's Fruit by the Foot.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Red 3 can be found in candy products like Jelly Belly’s Candy Corn and Ring Pop’s strawberry and berry blast flavors.David Matthews, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2025
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While many Dairy Queen locations elsewhere were still solely serving soft-serve ice cream and other desserts, Texas locations began serving burgers and other savory items to compete with the likes of Whataburger.Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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There will be a free photo station and food, drinks and desserts will be provided.Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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This means those festive sweets will have a less dramatic impact on your energy levels.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Houston's food scene thrived with new restaurant openings, Michelin Guide recognition, and plenty of opportunities to indulge in delicious dishes and sweets.Shafaq Patel, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Confection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confection. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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