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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 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 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
Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026
Gluten-free and vegetarian, the sweet treat boasts whipped cream, Italian cherries, and chocolate shavings.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
The large pink van covered in images of sweets and the eponymous kitty character travels to more than 100 locations across the country each year.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
The matcha latte is made with sweet pistachio sauce and a layer of chocolate cream cold foam.
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Fans have a new sweet to round out their Burger King meals that rivals a classic McDonald’s menu item.
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This includes flouncy midi dresses, romantic blouses, and adorable footwear.—
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But no amount of adorable anthropomorphic messaging can account for the screenwriters’ screaming lack of research and zero likable characters.—
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Soup Up the Basic Chicken Noodle Stir a few tablespoons into the broth of your standard chicken noodle soup for a delicious Mediterranean spin on a favorite.—
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Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.—
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But after 9/11, Tagliabue showed a different side, particularly toward league employees who had lost loved ones in the attacks.—
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Preserving income, insurance and retirement Financial security also depends on preserving income and protecting loved ones.—
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Also known as Eranthis hyemalis, this fragrant buttercup-like flower provides an early source of nectar for pollinators, a sign to all that spring is coming.—
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These trees have dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers, and are an attractive, nearly thornless way to beautify your home.—
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After the initial encounter, sending a brief email or text is both gracious and strategic.—
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Our recipe hails from Mary Ada Marshall, a resident of Smith Island, who was gracious enough to share her recipe.—
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The towering confections range from 2 to 12 layers (or more) depending on the recipe.—
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The two explain that Ann has made Baked Alaska several times in the past, and things have always gone off without a hitch, briefly flambéing the showstopper before serving up the ice cream confection.—
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The Sunshine Sale spans dresses, tops, skirts, shorts, and more, but some of our favorite finds include a darling cardigan to elevate your date night look, a breezy swing dress, and the cutest flare jeans that you’re bound to wear on repeat.—
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First, the Art Institute invites Grammy darlings Third Coast Percussion to perform pieces for player piano by late architect Bruce Goff, the subject of a major retrospective running through March.—
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But beyond his professional accomplishments, Andy was a special person and a dear and loyal friend.—
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Otis… oh, sweet, dear, nerdy Otis.—
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“Sweet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweet. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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