bittersweet
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I know it’s a bit of a stereotype, but we harbor a passion for the bittersweet tones of the chamoy, and we do laugh at death quite a bit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The boys’ bittersweet final performance took place at New York’s Copacabana on July 25, 1956.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
I love salty, earthy, nutty and bittersweet toppings, like nut butters, funky cheeses and dark chocolate.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
England's twisting World Cup 2026 story has a bittersweet ending - with a thrilling victory in the game no-one wants to be a part of.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
Chocolate can be buttery or bittersweet, crumbly or creamy.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
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