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Recent Examples of candy
Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
While some contenders tasted nearly candied, the sugar here was just enough to balance the other flavors at play.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2026
Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
This decadent cocoa cookie dough is complemented by vanilla notes from the premier white candy morsels, creating a sweet pitch-perfect duet.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
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Verb
Crystallized or candied ginger is made by cooking fresh ginger in sugar syrup.
—Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
While some contenders tasted nearly candied, the sugar here was just enough to balance the other flavors at play.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2026
Noun
Kamayan's version is topped with a riot of candy, marshmallows, flan and ube ice cream.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
This decadent cocoa cookie dough is complemented by vanilla notes from the premier white candy morsels, creating a sweet pitch-perfect duet.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candy
Verb
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Boba, or bubble tea, is sweetened tea with milk, ice, and those signature chewy tapioca pearls.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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Sparkling water's primary benefit for blood sugar comes from choosing it instead of sugary or artificially sweetened sodas.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The breakfast buffet’s extensive sweets, candy, and chocolate fountain section is just one clear indication of that.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Like the model in the Paris show, Obama wore the skirt with a thin belt, chocolate brown T-shirt and slingback pumps.—
Fiona Sinclair Scott,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The 34-mile road winds through several ecosystems from cove hardwood to northern hardwood to pine oak to spruce fir.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Best Amazon Outlet Home Sales Memorial Day is the perfect time to spruce things up in and around your home.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Signs of a Blood Sugar Crash Not everyone experiences a noticeable crash after eating sweets.—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026
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Lil Sweet Treat is planning a store that will offer sweets sourced from Sweden, Spain, France, Belgium and other locations.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The Knicks improved to 4-0 in closeout opportunities this season, winning them all on the road.—
Tim Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Parents and beauty enthusiasts alike praise its ability to smooth stubborn bumps and improve skin texture.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
14 June 2026
Noun
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The resulting confection is equal parts crisp, tender and lush.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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The company's specialty nuts -- cashews, confections and snack mixes -- follow the same quality standards as its world famous Virginia Peanuts.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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California has a goal to enhance road safety, and lawmakers are interested in potentially curtailing dangerous vehicle sizes.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The pair dined at a Mexican restaurant followed by dessert at a cookie shop.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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In 1951, Brennan's proprietor, Owen Brennan (Ralph’s uncle) was seeking an OG viral moment, and tapped chef de cuisine Paul Blangé to dream up a new special dessert to serve a local politician who was dining at the restaurant that evening.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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“Candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candy. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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