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verb

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as in to flavor
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored the chef seasoned the vegetables as soon as they came out of the oven

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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 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
Noun
Sam Pittman is entering his sixth season as the Razorbacks’ head coach. Matt Jones, arkansasonline.com, 20 Jan. 2025 The White Lotus gave us a second season that genuinely improved on everything great about the first. Erik Kain, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
The steak was seasoned to bring out the clarity of its marbled, savory beefiness. Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025 Creole flavors season the ingredients, while chicken and Conecuh sausage ensure a hearty meal. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for season 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for season
Noun
  • Simply put, the days of rigid, one-size-fits-all software are over.
    Sabeer Nelliparamban, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Originally scheduled to happen Saturday (Jan. 28) at Expo Park, the one-day festival is now on the calendar for Saturday, June 28.
    Katie Bain, Billboard, 16 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • According to Your Super, add two teaspoons of powder to water or a smoothie. Taste: This has a traditional greens taste, as it's formulated without any flavoring agents.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
  • The resulting style is lighter than Brandy de Jerez but deeper colored and flavored than Cognac.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Some Republican lawmakers distanced themselves on Monday from House Speaker Mike Johnson's suggestion that federal disaster aid to California should be conditioned.
    John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
  • You get conditioned to think compliance is good and defiance is bad.
    Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Sterling strengthened on Wednesday after cooler-than-expected inflation prints out of the U.K. and U.S. sparked optimism around the U.K. economy and strengthened market bets on Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.
    Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Cycling helps to strengthen the muscles around the knee, helping to support the joints and reduce pain, while also improving flexibility and range of motion.
    Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 16 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • As Trump prepares to take over the White House, many of Biden's policies could be undone, including his work to deliver student loan forgiveness for millions of Americans.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
  • The Rotunda is prepared as the inclement weather alternative for each inauguration in the event of inclement weather.
    Zeke Miller, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The traditional broadcast networks and basic cable channels have also had notable shows with retirement-age leads in that span.
    Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Denver hasn’t produced a 100-yard rusher during a game in that span, partly because the team so rarely has produced the home-run plays that launch a player toward that milestone.
    Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • There were also gasps, as a few didn’t-see-that-coming shocks spiced up some key categories.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Kitchen workers at Lowell told investigators they were instructed to spice the meat with garlic to hide the strong odor.
    Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The Knicks also adjusted their offense to mitigate Daniels’ relentless full-court pressure.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Jan. 2025
  • By adjusting exercises, people can still benefit from the core strengthening, balance, and flexibility improvements Pilates offers while avoiding unnecessary strain or discomfort.
    Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2025

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“Season.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/season. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.

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