Phrase guide

sweeten the pot

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To increase a wager.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • He sweetened the pot since there were no takers in the office pool.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To make something more desirable.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • Beginning next year the museum will sweeten the pot for season pass members by offering them a 10% discount in the gift shop in addition to unlimited free admission.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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