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sweeten up







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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

Winston Churchill, due to visit Washington next month, wants to sweeten up U.S. opinion before asking for a bigger share of U.S.

From Time Magazine Archive

Swallow a spoonful of sody, an’ you’ll sweeten up wonderful an’ be more pleasant company.”

From White Fang by London, Jack




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