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Vocabulary Entry
treacle
|noun • noun • verb
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N
noun
A thick, sweet, sticky syrup made from boiled sugar, often used in cooking.
Example Sentences
"She drizzled treacle over her pancakes for extra sweetness."
"The recipe calls for treacle to give the cake a rich flavor."
"He enjoyed a tablespoon of treacle in his tea."
N
noun
Figuratively, refers to excessive sentimentality or flattery.
Example Sentences
"The movie was criticized for its treacle and lack of originality."
"Her speech was filled with treacle that made some audience members uncomfortable."
"He's known for his treacle when trying to win people over."
V
verb
To smear or cover with treacle or to express sentiment in a way that is excessive.
Example Sentences
"She treacled the cake before presenting it at the party."
"He treacled his compliments to the point of being insincere."
"They treacled their messages with flowery language."