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as in serves
to behave toward in a stated way
she tries to treat all of her students fairly and equally, regardless of her personal feelings toward them
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as in addresses
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
school officials treated the vandalism of the students' artwork as a very serious matter
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as in consults
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
I will treat with my lawyer and let you know what we decide
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as in heals
to give medical treatment to
a nurse treating a patient
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as in joys
a source of great satisfaction
spending a long weekend at a ski resort is a real treat
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as in goodies
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
for us sushi is a real treat since no restaurant around here makes it
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Recent Examples of treats
Ben Croll, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
John wants to create a magazine that treats politics like pop culture, banking on his ability to move seamlessly between the two worlds.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
What is clear is that Oklahoma has become a central player in a national strategy that treats detention not as a means of ensuring public safety, but as an end in itself, a system designed to pressure immigrants into giving up their legal claims and leaving the country voluntarily.
—Ben Fenwick, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Feb. 2026
The Attorney General, Pam Bondi, treats oversight like roller derby, Ruth Marcus reports.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 13 Feb. 2026
But the sector has been in a slump since high-profile company Pear Therapeutics collapsed in 2023 and filed for bankruptcy and Akili Interactive failed to live up to the hype for its video game that treats ADHD.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
However, this description of love and hate treats them as merely emotions.
—Tucker J. Gregor, The Conversation, 12 Feb. 2026
Several of the participants are social media sensations or generally successful in different fields that the series treats as disreputable.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Expanding subsidies and welfare programs treats symptoms rather than causes.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Devorah Lev-Tov, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
During the Season of Love promotion, Ziggi’s Reward members can earn layered rewards as visits add up – from an early buy-one-get-one beverage reward to surprise sweet treats, bonus loyalty points and free drinks.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 5 Feb. 2026
Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita.
—Diana Oates, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
For existing pet owners, the festival has many treats and accessories to explore.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
That pink fantasy extended into a room overflowing with candy and treats, where guests lingered for photo ops and at beauty stations to test the new fragrances and lip oils, reformulated and coming in 16 shades.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Valentine’s Day is known for its sweet treats and pink and red hearts everywhere.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Caitlin and Billy enjoyed some gluten-free sweet treats while at Disney World that May.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
Or, more to the point, director Grant Gee treats his 102 minutes of baroque ennui as the devil claiming his due.
—Ben Croll, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
John wants to create a magazine that treats politics like pop culture, banking on his ability to move seamlessly between the two worlds.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
What is clear is that Oklahoma has become a central player in a national strategy that treats detention not as a means of ensuring public safety, but as an end in itself, a system designed to pressure immigrants into giving up their legal claims and leaving the country voluntarily.
—Ben Fenwick, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Feb. 2026
The Attorney General, Pam Bondi, treats oversight like roller derby, Ruth Marcus reports.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 13 Feb. 2026
But the sector has been in a slump since high-profile company Pear Therapeutics collapsed in 2023 and filed for bankruptcy and Akili Interactive failed to live up to the hype for its video game that treats ADHD.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
However, this description of love and hate treats them as merely emotions.
—Tucker J. Gregor, The Conversation, 12 Feb. 2026
Several of the participants are social media sensations or generally successful in different fields that the series treats as disreputable.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Expanding subsidies and welfare programs treats symptoms rather than causes.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Betsy’s culinary team also prepares homemade dog treats that are offered at the registration desk.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
During the Season of Love promotion, Ziggi’s Reward members can earn layered rewards as visits add up – from an early buy-one-get-one beverage reward to surprise sweet treats, bonus loyalty points and free drinks.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 5 Feb. 2026
Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita.
—Diana Oates, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
For existing pet owners, the festival has many treats and accessories to explore.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
That pink fantasy extended into a room overflowing with candy and treats, where guests lingered for photo ops and at beauty stations to test the new fragrances and lip oils, reformulated and coming in 16 shades.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Valentine’s Day is known for its sweet treats and pink and red hearts everywhere.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Caitlin and Billy enjoyed some gluten-free sweet treats while at Disney World that May.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treats
Verb
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While based in Fort Worth, Goodwill North Central Texas serves 18 counties in the region.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Eric Robles serves as showrunner and executive producer.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
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Well, at least there’s a Super Bowl ad that addresses the frustration many may be feeling, courtesy of the company that provides pills for hair loss, weight loss and libido loss.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Texas addresses the ‘club’ issue One potential solution to this that is often discussed but never enforced is to sell a club-only ticket.—
Mac Engel
February 7,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Irene, overwhelmed, joins her son’s therapy sessions, consults doctors and seeks help in traditional Chinese medicine at the local dispensary.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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The footage from Minneapolis is disturbing, said Cathy Riggs, a retired Los Angeles police officer of more than 30 years who now consults on police use-of-force cases.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This process closely resembles how human skin heals after a cut.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
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The optimistic take is not that this heals itself.—
Josh Tanenbaum,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Shot by Will Warr, the video showed the princess with Prince William and their three children, George, Charlotte, and Louis, in the woods of Norfolk, celebrating everyday joys and moments of happiness.—
Stefania Conrieri,
Vanity Fair,
5 Feb. 2026
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Before the attack, Williams had been enjoying all the joys of motherhood.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.—
Andrea Bennett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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Every weekend, cars loaded up with groceries and goodies at Jacksonville's Sam’s Club and Costco stores zip out of the parking lot and down the street.—
Alexandria Mansfield,
Florida Times-Union,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Despite its compact form factor, the Pi handles a substantial workload.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Goodfellas handles worldwide sales excluding Japan, Taiwan, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, CIS and Syria.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Just like Rodgers did a decade earlier, Prescott manipulates the flat defender (circled in red) and hits CeeDee Lamb in stride just behind the linebacker.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the process, the robot simultaneously navigates, avoids obstacles, and manipulates objects without human guidance.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Treats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treats. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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