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as in sweetheart
a person with whom one is in love
He usually gives his honey a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day.
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
This morning, one of my employees had one honey of an excuse for being late for work.
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as in queen
an attractive woman
She's a honey, all right.
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as in to massage
to praise too much
she knew that the hairstylist was honeying her for a reason—the expectation of a generous tip
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Recent Examples of honey
Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
This refreshing drink combines turmeric powder, lemon juice, raw honey (for taste), and coconut or mineral water.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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Noun
This hair fragrance blends fresh florals with honey for a long-lasting sweetness that isn’t overpowering or saccharine.
—Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
This refreshing drink combines turmeric powder, lemon juice, raw honey (for taste), and coconut or mineral water.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
Those harmonies — simultaneously honeyed and gravelly, providing just enough support without overshadowing, yet so powerful and full of potential — echoes Whitten.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honey
Noun
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However, there are several couples from earlier seasons who have gone the distance, including America’s sweethearts from season 1, Lauren and Cameron.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
28 Jan. 2026
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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, these elegant blooms make a thoughtful gift for your sweetheart, or are an easy way to brighten someone’s day (including your own).—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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Not for escapism, per se – Roseberry’s Schiaparelli show, one of his finest and weirdest to date, vibrated with implications about our world’s rigid definition of beauty, with horns, feathers and splashes of neon – but for indulgence.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Our mother figures and friends can serve as the best sources of inspiration for beauty tips and tricks, thanks to many years of trial and error.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Soundman Loch Townsend coolly exposed the film and handed the reel to the queen’s panicking press secretary, who took it with relief.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Choose a deluxe cabin for the full crew, which comes with either two queen beds or a queen bed and a pull-out sofa, sleeping up to four people.—
Jenny Willden,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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On her knees, the older woman massaged her scalp then rubbed her elbows.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The sturdy grooved leaves seem tough at first but, like your back after a trip to the chiropractor, relax and open up once they’re heartily massaged.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Urchin Harris Dickinson’s Cannes title was a festival darling and made the longlist.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2026
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Tesla is no longer a niche tech darling.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Hedda nominee Tessa Thompson was a green goddess in a custom Balenciaga gown embroidered with fishscale sequins and Bulgari jewelry.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Only a goddess of love can unzip her.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in separate statements, praised the security forces for the operations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Instead of soaking in the third consecutive meet with a perfect score, Chiles praised Barros, who competed in three events for the second straight meet.—
Anthony Solorzano,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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If your Valentine loves sliders, celebrate by charming your sweetie at the burger joint known for its tiny burgers.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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Canoe Bay, Wisconsin Looking for a romantic getaway with your sweetie?—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Honey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honey. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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