1
as in to treasure
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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2
as in to adore
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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3
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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4
as in to caress
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the baby responded to my caresses and kisses by loving me right back
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as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
her love for her children was truly selfless
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
she is the love of my life
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as in liking
positive regard for something
a love of chocolate, which I will pay anything to indulge
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4
as in affaire
a brief romantic relationship
he refused to discuss past loves
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Recent Examples of love
Michael Nied, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Instead, those who love Maryland basketball were left to wonder if the picture was already crumbling before their eyes.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2025
Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
And at the same time that Rick’s actions destroy his life and his love, Timothy’s threaten to take his son from him, but Lochlan lives.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Every drive brings back every loving memory and crazy moment growing up here.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Instead, those who love Maryland basketball were left to wonder if the picture was already crumbling before their eyes.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
And that's where the real magic happened — Hoppus and Everly fell in love, got married in 2000, and had a son, Jack Hoppus, two years later.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
And at the same time that Rick’s actions destroy his life and his love, Timothy’s threaten to take his son from him, but Lochlan lives.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for love
Verb
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Like the others, Maradona treasured his relationship with Raccuglia just as much as Raccuglia treasured him.—
Rory Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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This recognition reflects Saratoga’s pride in its trees and reinforces our identity as a community that treasures its natural beauty.—
Belal Aftab,
The Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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His Family Life He’s not just adored onscreen; he’s got a phenomenally close family as well.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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In front of its adoring crowd, the North London club took a huge step towards the Champions League semifinal by beating Spanish juggernaut Real Madrid 3-0 in its quarterfinal first-leg.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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The 44-year-old mainstay has enjoyed a torrid start to 2025 with four top-five starts, winning at Darlington last time out and at Martinsville on March 30.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Among those to have more recently enjoyed its scenery — parts of Star Wars and James Bond movies have been shot on location there — and social scene are Brad Pitt, Madonna, Mick Jagger, Catherine Zeta Jones, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With her usual mastery of dynamics, Laferte starts out sweetly caressing each phrase.—
Jon Pareles,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Breaths that came as strong as fingers caressed me, travelling the length of me, beginning to tease and probe.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Either way, to compare the outpouring of affection which accompanied his exit to what might happen to Alexander-Arnold when Liverpool wrap up this season at home against Crystal Palace on May 25 is short-sighted.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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In the short clip, the cat is seen gently sniffing and rubbing her snout against her new owner's face, a clear and immediate sign of affection and trust.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Along the way, Golden established himself as a rising star, while Walter Clayton became the darling of the Big Dance to win Most Outstanding Player and position himself as a potential first-round NBA Draft pick.—
Wesley Alden,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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Morgan Stanley is sticking by Nvidia during the stock’s rocky ride, saying demand for the company’s products should help the artificial intelligence darling outperform and push past tariff concerns.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Plus, the straps can be tightened or loosened to your liking.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Within the last probably year or two, she's really taken a special liking to watching Jaylin play.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Thai isn’t a particularly easy language to learn but an effort to grasp the basics will always be appreciated by the locals.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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To truly appreciate Toronto's culinary heritage, Kish recommends diving into the city's food history—including surprising discoveries like the Canadian origins of sushi pizza and Hawaiian pizza.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/love. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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