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verb

Definition of candiesnext
present tense third-person singular of candy
as in sweetens
to make more desirable the publisher hopes the flashy cover will candy up the novel for impulse buyers

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noun

plural of candy
as in sweets

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  1. sweets
  2. desserts
  3. enhances
Noun
  • In her cookbook Cucina del Veneto, writer Ursula Ferrigno notes that sweets have an important place in the cuisine of the Veneto, the Northeastern region of Italy that lies between the Dolomites and the Adriatic Sea.
    Ursula Ferrigno, Saveur, 3 Oct. 2024
  • And so that can include treats and desserts and sweets.
    Emily Nadal, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of sweets
Noun
  • Video shared to the Prince and Princess of Wales' X account show the heir to the throne popping into Sam's Cafe and chatting with people behind the counter — where desserts were a discussion.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Here are 15 pie shops in the South that serve up decadent desserts and inspiring origin stories.
    Madeline Weinfield, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of desserts
Verb
  • This feature significantly enhances both security and regulatory compliance.
    Danny Hayes, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Additionally, most of the fabrics are made with Spanish cotton, which further enhances sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint of transportation, as Evlox’s factory is located less than 700 km from the cotton producer.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of enhances
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