candy 1 of 2

as in to sweeten
to make more desirable the publisher hopes the flashy cover will candy up the novel for impulse buyers

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

candy

2 of 2

noun

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of candy
Verb
Dessert—an apple candied with rose petals, gleaming like a jewel—proved impossible to resist. Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025 Black Sesame, Berry, Coconut and Chocolate are the primary flavors along with a line of protein granolas, granola bars, candied nuts, and to-go packs, all sweetened with unrefined sugar, maple syrup and monk fruit. Andrew Watman, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Noun
Not sure who the porcine pop star is? Percy Pig is one of the United Kingdom’s most popular candies, a berry and grape flavored gummy that reportedly sells more than 20 million bags a year in the UK — about 38 bags a minute, according to All Recipes. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2025 District 148 opposition Two people spoke during the public comment period Tuesday, with one person supporting the board and even passing out candy to the table, and the other denouncing the salary increase. Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for candy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candy
Verb
  • She's also sweetened her nail look significantly, opting for a soft pink manicure with what appears to be some 3D dewy details.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2025
  • These additives are typically found in sugary and artificially sweetened drinks.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Finally, end the meal with a heavenly dessert of miniature Key lime pies.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
  • For dessert, Lin whips up almond tofu with seasonal farmers-market produce; jasmine milk tea custard buns; a creamy mango coconut sago with tart pops of pomelo; and a light ginger ice cream topped with a chewy almond cookie.
    Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Today’s Amazon deals are all about sprucing things up: your desktop setup, your tablet experience, and your audio at home or the beach.
    Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Pick from a number of different toppings to spruce it up, but if your stomach is feeling a little uneasy, order a plain bowl to help settle it down.
    Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • This oral rinse provides relief from tooth pain and discomfort triggered by cold, heat, acids, sweets or contact.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Emotional eating usually involves high-calorie, nutrient-poor foods like sweets and fast food.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Swim in Cold Water Some research indicates that swimming in cold water can improve menopause symptoms, including hot flashes.
    Sarah Jividen, Health, 15 Feb. 2025
  • As a result, the level of prediction accuracy was increased significantly, which improved the ability of the company to react to emerging external factors.
    Alexandra Harbert, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Peer at the pendulous breasts on a Medici workshop ewer or those on a screeching siren centered on an 18th-century scalloped sweetmeat dish.
    Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2025
  • But street food vendors — with their pungent salads, oodles of noodles, and coconut sweetmeats — have lately become the target of some of the capital’s planners.
    BostonGlobe.com, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Dec. 2019
Verb
  • Multimillion-dollar residences on the stylish Soho strip enhance the neighborhood’s offerings, providing residents with unmatched dwellings.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
  • By implementing regenerative agricultural practices, SRI focuses on enhancing soil health, conserving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting water conservation.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Apr. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candy. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on candy

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!