sweetener
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/ˈswiːtnər/
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/ˈswiːtnə(r)/
A sweetener is a substance that makes food or drinks taste sweet without using sugar.
Some people use sweeteners to reduce their sugar intake.
A sweetener can also refer to something extra given to persuade someone to agree to a deal or do a favor, often in a secretive or dishonest way.
The company offered a signing bonus as a sweetener to attract new talent.