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to sweeten
01
to make something taste sweeter
Transitive: to sweeten food or drinks
Examples
She sweetens her tea with a spoonful of honey for a natural sweetness.
He likes to sweeten his oatmeal with a sprinkle of brown sugar for added flavor.
02
to make something acceptable or pleasant
Transitive: to sweeten a situation
Examples
She tried to sweeten the situation by offering a sincere apology for the misunderstanding.
To sweeten the deal, they added a few extra perks to the package.
03
to attempt to persuade someone to do what one wants by promising them something or giving something to them
Transitive: to sweeten sb
Examples
She sweetened him with the offer of a new car if he would take on the extra work.
The politician attempted to sweeten voters by promising tax cuts if he was elected.
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