sweeten
Example Sentences
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They agreed to waive the home inspection, a common tactic to help buyers sweeten their offers to sellers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
To sweeten the deal: “I’ll cook for him. I would make him all his favorite dishes.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
"Daddy, take this to sweeten things a little," reads the blue ink.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
If Warner Bros. decides the Paramount bid is ultimately better, Netflix would have four days to decide whether it wants to sweeten its proposal or walk away.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026
A taste of honey might sweeten the boy, he hoped.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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