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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister
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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
breathed in the sweet air of the azalea garden
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
a very sweet man directed us to the lost and found
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a sweet little kitten
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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read
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as in confection
a food having a high sugar content
remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
my darling, my sweet, won't you be mine?
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Recent Examples of sweet
Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2025
In the sweet clip, Gomez is seen getting glammed up by her hair and makeup team while Blanco stands nearby in his tuxedo.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
Yakir Levy, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
Kudos on cutting back on sweets and prioritizing your health.
—Essence Lifestyle, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Read Next National Secretly sweet cat has waited for home for 500 days.
—Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2025
In the sweet clip, Gomez is seen getting glammed up by her hair and makeup team while Blanco stands nearby in his tuxedo.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
Some of our favorite Passover desserts are no-cook sweets like our date and chocolate balls.
—Yakir Levy, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
Kudos on cutting back on sweets and prioritizing your health.
—Essence Lifestyle, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
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These days, Istanbul is a popular tourist destination, known for its colorful Turkish carpets, bustling bazaars and fragrant spice markets.—
Danuta Hamlin,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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There were vendors offering dessert, beer, wine, spirits, caramel corn, root beer floats, olive oil and pecans from Krazy 4 Nutz of Yuba City, which were particularly fragrant along the aisle of vendors stationed near the event entrance.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The draft will be held in Green Bay, and the NFL always brings in collegians who figure to be taken high, so Commissioner Roger Goodell can be the gracious host and hug them after they’re picked.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Apr. 2025
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Rose was gracious as ever after his second straight time finishing second in a major, having lost out at Royal Troon last summer.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Look forward to playtime with the adorable animals (the kittens are adoptable), along with social media-worthy photo activations, healthy bites from Vale, matcha lattes and coffee.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2025
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Case in point: These adorable Papillio by Birkenstock sandals, 41 percent off, provide an extra inch of height but still have the same comfy cork footbed the brand is known for.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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The scents are delicious without ever smelling overbearing, the burn times are on point, and the candle jars blend in as pretty decor in any room.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2025
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Grilling is a simple and delicious way to enjoy proteins and veggies, but there’s ways to make that grilling experience bigger and bolder, and add a lot of flavor.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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But earmarking chocolate Easter bunnies and other confections for expulsion along with alcoholic beverages and tobacco is throwing out the bunny with the bathwater.—
Hank Cardello,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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The confections are presented on peach and white striped Bernardaud china, creating an Instagram moment as carefully styled as the red carpet inspirations themselves.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Check out this $30 Amazon find that has the most darling leather tassel details.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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This darling cardigan can be worn on its own or paired over a sleeveless or short-sleeve blouse for a layered look.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2025
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The show had a brief run Off Broadway in 1996, then lived on with a miniature national tour and a beloved cast recording.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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After two long years, Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler are back on screen together — and the beloved duo didn't miss a beat!—
Alex Ross,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The tubular blooms attract hummingbirds and butterflies while the aromatic foliage remains evergreen through much of its range.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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These gins are all outstanding and will make outstanding Gin & Tonics that are refreshing and aromatic.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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