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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
Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
Minnesota had actually missed the playoffs in three of the past four seasons, leading to the Vikings moving on from their four-time Pro Bowl quarterback after six seasons with the franchise.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Nov. 2024
The second course was risotto with chianti wine reduction seasoned with shallots, bacon and crispy leek.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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Noun
While some of Walker’s surface numbers declined last season, his metrics improved from 2023.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
Minnesota had actually missed the playoffs in three of the past four seasons, leading to the Vikings moving on from their four-time Pro Bowl quarterback after six seasons with the franchise.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
There’s the tense boardroom battles, industrial espionage, and family drama — all seasoned with a distinctly Nordic sense of humor.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Nov. 2024
The second course was risotto with chianti wine reduction seasoned with shallots, bacon and crispy leek.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for season
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Some companies, like those in Japan, offer incentives like extra vacation days to encourage healthy habits.Basel Ramlawi, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Bessette-Kennedy’s gown also inspired one of Meghan Markle’s wedding day looks: specifically her halter neck Stella McCartney reception dress.Hannah Malach, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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The lyrics, flavored with streetwise grit and an unapologetic spirit, cruise through experiences of luxury and betrayal.Griselda Flores, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024
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Unwell Hydration flavors The beverage will be available in three flavors: Strawberry, Mango Citrus and Orange Hibiscus.Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
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Dunlap explains that women’s reluctance to talk about money starts in early childhood when we’re conditioned to be nurturers and put others first.Katy McFee, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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This mask is sensational for deeply conditioning dry and brittle hair, leaving you with luxurious, hydrated locks.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
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The small community strengthens its young people through a close connection with Country.Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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According to Yi Shan Lee, MD, a clinical assistant professor in the department of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, research suggests moderate to vigorous physical activity may increase the brain's ability to create new cells and rewire itself, helping to strengthen memory.Lauryn Higgins, Health, 17 Dec. 2024
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The stock market rally will likely continue in 2025, but investors should consider preparing for the day when the move goes too far, according to UBS.Jesse Pound, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
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Weary soldiers and citizens express fatalistic optimism while preparing for the loss of U.S. military support.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Navy half of the stadium exploded while the West Point side fell silent, having seen a massive chance to get back in the game go by the wayside in the span of about two minutes on the game clock.Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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He has been targeted 30 times in the past two games — the most among all players during that span.Theo Gremminger, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Of course, for the less sentimental among us, Hulu also has some less holly jolly options to spice things up, including classics like Die Hard (1988) and newer films like Spencer (2021).Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Bookie returns to Max December 12 with a familiar face and the appearance of two TV comedy vets who were recruited to help spice up the action around the sports betting world.Lynette Rice, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
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What changed with eSTAR? With these evolving expectations, the FDA has also adjusted its enforcement mechanisms.Mike Kijewski, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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This versatile Petzl option can be adjusted for head size, tilted up or down, and runs on either the Core rechargeable battery or three AAA batteries.Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Season.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/season. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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