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to have a sweet tooth
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aimer les sucreries, être (plutôt) sucré (que salé)
to be attracted to food that contains a lot of sugar
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "have a sweet tooth" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "have a sweet tooth" is not definitively known, but it likely stems from the simple idea that someone's teeth would be more prone to cavities and decay if they consumed too many sweets. This idiom is commonly used to describe someone's fondness for sugary treats and has been a part of the English language for many years.
Exemple
She had a sweet tooth craving, so she indulged in a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
When I'm stressed, I tend to have a sweet tooth and reach for cookies or cake.
Even though she has a sweet tooth, she tries to limit her dessert intake to stay healthy.
