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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
Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Many customers who usually come for a Mexican sweet roll known as conchas found that the shelves were filled with nothing but roscas on Sunday.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Half the fun of making these little sweets is unwrapping the mini chocolates.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The Big Sick Year: 2017 Runtime: 2h Director: Michael Showalter
The wonderful screenwriters Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon basically told their own love story in this sweet and funny rom-com that Amazon picked up after audiences fell for it at Sundance.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Many customers who usually come for a Mexican sweet roll known as conchas found that the shelves were filled with nothing but roscas on Sunday.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
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Mondelez International, which owns Cadbury and produces the beloved Oreo cookie, could acquire Hershey, adding the chocolate company into its expansive portfolio of sweets.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Half the fun of making these little sweets is unwrapping the mini chocolates.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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These recipes are perfect for slowing down and taking the time to savor all the joys of cooking, and this list includes recipes that are especially fragrant, comforting, and memorable.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Appetite fully satisfied, the day brimmed with possibilities; visit the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sail on a whale-watching cruise, tour a fragrant cinnamon estate, or enjoy sunset cocktails at Smoke and Bitters, an open-air bar ranked among Asia’s top 50.Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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The outward-facing woman was self-effacing and gracious and vivacious, a compassionate listener.Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Your guests will likely be too gracious and too full of delicious things to even notice if a rogue dust bunny tried to crash the holiday.Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
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Later, Trevor climbs on top of Tony to smother him in kisses, followed by an adorable scene in the kitchen where Trevor lies atop Tony once again.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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Intimate! December 2023: Gomez puts a ring on it (but not that kind of ring) Is there anything more adorable than wearing your partner’s initial on a piece of jewelry?Emma Specter, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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Delicata squash offers an edible skin that's delicious after roasting.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
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Olesya's Wine Bar & Bistro, 18 Exchequer St, Dublin, Olesya's offers cheese plates that are delicious and fresh.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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The trend can be traced even further back to 2022, when Kirsten Dunst wore a deep-pink tulle confection from fall 2002 to the Oscars, while Adut Akech opted for an emerald-green ruffled gown from fall 2003 (wearing it back to front, no less) at the Met Gala.Emily Chan, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
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Their holiday gifts are always a hit, filled with the creamiest milk chocolates and sweet confections.Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Other contenders: Rick Nash to the Rangers, Sergei Bobrovsky to the Blue Jackets, Paul Gaustad being the darling of the deadline for some reason 12.Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Artificial intelligence darling Nvidia closed at a record high.Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
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Stepping out in New York on January 11 for the matinee of her Broadway production Our Town, the actor defaulted to her usual chic and cozy fashion formula: her beloved slate grey beanie, and a wool calf-length coat with big black sunglasses.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2025
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Highsmith over the top: The night began with Highsmith catching as much as possible of his beloved Baltimore Ravens on his phone in the locker room.Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025
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Garnish as Flair Thoughtful details like citrus peels or fresh herbs make a statement and elevate any pour, adding to the entire aromatic experience.Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
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Or a spicy pineapple margarita blended with bits of damiana, a shrub known for its tiny, aromatic flowers.Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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