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Difference between Sweeten the pill and Sweeten the pot

admin Confusing Phrases

sweeten the pill —(also: sugar the pill) make smth. bad seem less unpleasant:

  • The government have cut income tax to sweeten the pill of a tough budget.

sweeten the pot—(also: sweeten the kitty) make smth. more attractive, especially financially:

  • Reviving the village’s cooperative will sweeten the pot, and encourage more women to become involved.