fixing(s)

noun

Definition of fixing(s)next
as in topping

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  1. topping
  2. garnish
  3. relish
Noun
  • Sour cream adds moisture and a slight tang to the cake layer, which helps to balance the sweetness of the brown sugar and peach topping.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2026
  • And Rachel also has some photos and the topping looks unscathed.
    — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of topping
Noun
  • Add sparkling water, ice and garnishes right before serving so nothing goes flat.
    — Ryan Brennan August 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The cocktail’s signature garnish is having a bona fide beauty moment, with olive nails leading the charge.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of garnish
Noun
  • Their job is to enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime party and relish in their newfound status as spouses.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Others munched on popcorn and hot dogs covered with sweet corn relish and corn-bacon jam in anticipation of the game.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of relish
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“Fixing(s).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixing%28s%29. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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