sweetie

Example Sentences

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County Animal Care and Control generally has a large range of kitties to choose from, ranging in age from lil’ baby to old sweetie.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 2025

But Tony P. is not without controversy, even if he’s a sweetie.

From Slate • Dec. 17, 2024

“I don’t think anyone can answer that, sweetie pie.”

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2024

“There’s no more ‘Oh sweetie, you’re fine,’” Dr. Auguste said.

From New York Times • May 28, 2023

"Come on, sweetie, tell us what's for supper?" he coaxed.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez