bi
tter
sweet
Comparative
more bittersweet
Superlative
most bittersweet
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describing a feeling that combines both sadness and happiness, often due to a sense of nostalgia or regret
- The graduation ceremony was bittersweet for him, as he was excited for the future but sad to leave his friends.
- Her return to her childhood home was a bittersweet experience, filled with fond memories and a sense of loss.
- The end of the book was bittersweet, providing closure but leaving a lingering sense of sadness.
- Their reunion was bittersweet, as they were thrilled to see each other but saddened by the time lost.
- The final performance was bittersweet, celebrated for its success but tinged with the sadness of the closing of the theater.
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having a taste that is a blend of both bitter and sweet flavors
- The bittersweet chocolate had a rich, dark taste with a subtle sweetness.
- The bittersweet aftertaste of the almond biscotti complemented the coffee perfectly.
- The dark caramel sauce had a truly bittersweet flavor, with intense bitterness and a luscious sweetness.
- he bittersweet orange marmalade balanced the tangy bitterness of the peel with a sugary sweetness.
- The dark roast coffee beans produced a bittersweet brew, blending a robust bitter kick with a nuanced caramel sweetness.
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