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sweet tooth

noun

Definition of sweet tooth

: a craving or fondness for sweet food

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As sugar became more widely available, the national sweet tooth exponentially increased, and recipes began to echo this addiction. Marcy Goldman, Twin Cities, "With less sugar, these cobblers, crisps and crumbles let their fruit flavors shine brighter," 15 Aug. 2019 Satisfy your sweet tooth September 27th, 28th and 29th during the Final Festival Weekend. Michigan Renaissance Festival, Detroit Free Press, "Eat, drink and be Mary (Queen of Scots) at Michigan Renaissance Festival," 15 Aug. 2019 As sugar became more widely available, the national sweet tooth exponentially increased, and recipes began to echo this addiction. Marcy Goldman, Washington Post, "With less sugar, these cobblers, crisps and crumbles let their fruit flavors shine brighter," 6 Aug. 2019 Monica's Confection Connection will help soothe the sweet tooth at all three Center Markets. Steve Edwards, Anchorage Daily News, "Get your fish fix at Anchorage farmers markets this week," 24 Jan. 2018 So this weekend, don't think of your sweet tooth as a guilty pleasure, but as a patriotic duty. Maddie Burakoff And Saeed Ahmed, CNN, "National Ice Cream Day means free cones. Here's what to know about everyone's favorite frozen treat," 21 July 2019 Harper satisfied her sweet tooth by attempting to open a large pack of peanut M&M's. Nicole Saunders, Harper's BAZAAR, "David and Harper Beckham Looked Adorable While Watching a Soccer Game Together," 28 June 2019 The event offers Belly Flop deals for every sweet tooth, carnival rides and games for children of all ages. Elaine Rewolinski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Country USA, Heidi Folk Festival, Freedom Fest, and more to do around Wisconsin this week," 23 June 2019 Shopping tip: For an everyday way to satisfy your sweet tooth, shop for your favorite seasonal fresh fruit instead. Marygrace Taylor, Woman's Day, "4 Heart-Healthy Diet Changes Every Woman Should Make," 1 May 2019

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First Known Use of sweet tooth

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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sweet tooth

noun

English Language Learners Definition of sweet tooth

informal : a liking for sweet foods

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