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as in to condition
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
carefully seasoned the cast iron pan with vegetable oil before using it for the first time
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as in to strengthen
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
troops that had been seasoned by months of intense training
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as in to prepare
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
her campaign manager has been seasoned by several hotly contested gubernatorial campaigns
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Recent Examples of season
Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2025
He will be heavily featured for the Jayhawks after a strong senior season at Prolific Prep put him at the forefront of the No. 1 conversation.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The yellow sauce is seasoned with sliced garlic, and the finished dish is topped with a striking pistachio gremolata.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2025
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Verb
He wasn’t chosen in the 2018 NFL Draft, but made the Green Bay Packers roster as an undrafted free agent and spent two seasons there.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2025
He will be heavily featured for the Jayhawks after a strong senior season at Prolific Prep put him at the forefront of the No. 1 conversation.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Noun
The plot of The Nice Guy is seasoned with entertaining elements of several genres.
—Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The yellow sauce is seasoned with sliced garlic, and the finished dish is topped with a striking pistachio gremolata.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for season
Verb
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Placed between the gums and cheeks, these small sachets (sometimes flavored with mint or fruit) deliver a quick dose of caffeine right into the bloodstream.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Coming into favor during a time when sourcing certain ingredients was difficult, bakers could use the vinegar left from the winter’s canning and preserving to flavor this pie.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Like everyone else raised as a girl, I was conditioned to believe that some beauties of the flesh were more vital than others.—
Akwaeke Emezi
August 18,
Literary Hub,
18 Aug. 2025
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According to Korb, this is essentially rewiring the brain for repeat behavior—your brain becomes conditioned to recognize and reward positive actions in others.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The only power play Newcastle has left is to keep Isak and strengthen in other areas, with midfield and defence key too.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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While Italy aims to strengthen its vital connection to Sicily, China has been systematically building the world's highest bridges.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Build Career Advisors and Internal Learning Paths Create roles or programs that help employees explore new functions, assess transferable skills and prepare for moves.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This comforting Tex-Mex soup is a cinch to prepare.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The news comes the same day that a rep for his family told Entertainment Weekly that Blackstock, 48, had died of cancer.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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It's intended to create a haven at home that people can escape to for renewal at the end of a long day.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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There’s still more drama to spice things up on The Real Housewives of Miami, and the Season 7 midseason trailer gives a preview of what’s to come.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
1 Aug. 2025
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Although the chicken version is arguably the most popular, pork and beef variations are also available for those looking to spice up the classic.—
Maliah West,
AFAR Media,
23 July 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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When using a vacuum, remember to adjust the setting from carpets to bare floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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But the mood in Israel hardened dramatically when, on July 31, Hamas released a video of the skeletal 21-year-old Israeli hostage Rom Braslavski, weeping and in pain.—
Emily Rose,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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Coconut oil will harden when cold, leaving you with solid chocolate candy for later.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Season.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/season. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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