sweeten up
Example Sentences
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He has to sweeten up the president, while at the same time keep enough savoury moments to defend his own values and to promote the interests of the UK government.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
If you're looking to sweeten up the affair or offset the inherent tartness, lean on agave, brown sugar or honey.
From Salon • Jan. 11, 2023
“In the fall, they sweeten up really nice,” says Enns.
From Washington Post • Dec. 18, 2017
They order a candy shop to drop "Happiness" from its name, but allow it to continue in operation and to some extent sweeten up a nation determined to become the world's No. 1 sourpuss.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Swallow a spoonful of sody, an’ you’ll sweeten up wonderful an’ be more pleasant company.”
From White Fang by London, Jack