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sweeten

🇬🇧 UK/'swi:tn/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To make something taste sweeter; to make more pleasant or agreeable.

使变甜；使更令人愉快，改善

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
sweetenother
=sweeten

Common Collocations

  • 1.sweeten the deal让交易更有吸引力
  • 2.sweeten the pot加大筹码／增加诱惑
  • 3.sweeten with sugar加糖调甜
  • 4.[sweeten the offer]改善报价条件

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She added a spoonful of honey to sweeten the bitter tea.

  • 2.

    The company offered a bonus to sweeten the deal for potential investors.

  • 3.

    A genuine smile can sweeten even the most difficult conversation.

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