as in sweet
having qualities that tend to make one loved
what an adorable old lady, so kind and sweet an adorable little cottage
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Recent Examples of adorable
An adorable baby’s infectious laughter gives nurses a healthy dose of the giggles during a hospital visit.
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Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
At 8, O’Neal, a precocious, adorable kid, didn’t choose to audition for the director, but was instead simply paraded before him by her father.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
The following year, Trachtenberg teamed up with Matthew Broderick and an adorable beagle for the live-action film adaptation of Inspector Gadget.
—EW.com, 26 Feb. 2025
Our adorable nephew, Leodis, just had a birthday bash to mark two years in the world.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 26 Feb. 2025
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Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
At 8, O’Neal, a precocious, adorable kid, didn’t choose to audition for the director, but was instead simply paraded before him by her father.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
The following year, Trachtenberg teamed up with Matthew Broderick and an adorable beagle for the live-action film adaptation of Inspector Gadget.
—EW.com, 26 Feb. 2025
Our adorable nephew, Leodis, just had a birthday bash to mark two years in the world.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adorable
Adjective
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There are a lot of meltdowns and a lot of really emotional moments, but also a lot of really tender and sweet moments with her son — and some really complicated scenes with her husband, Clive.—
Patrick Brzeski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
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Several of Kotb's followers commented their support and enthusiasm for the sweet video.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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One of the main threads through all of my music is this dear friend of mine, John Goodwin, who’s an incredible songwriter.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2025
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How 'Intermezzo' sparked envy, became the galley brag of 2024 I, dear reader, am not above a galley brag.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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While some critics find Brutalism’s heavy look and utilitarian use of materials like concrete, brick and glass harsh – even ugly – there is a beautiful intent behind them.—
Michael Allen,
The Conversation,
27 Feb. 2025
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Misconceptions are spreading almost as fast as the excitement for what is a really simple, beautiful event.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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But a recent stay at the Hard Rock Rivera Maya brought an even more precious commodity, rest and relaxation.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The threat of tariffs on gold has spurred U.S. banks, investors and traders to shift the precious metal into the Commodities Exchange Centre and other vaults in New York, when it would otherwise usually be stored in London.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The set features a lovely pattern of yellow and teal flowers with deep sage green leaves and detailing around the edge.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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Within its pages is a lovely story of the neverending struggle between security and new technology that provides a useful backdrop to current events: in particular, the Chinese hacking of the American telecommunications infrastructure.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Irish actress Niamh Algar (Raised By Wolves) stars as the titular Iris Nixon, an enigmatic genius and obsessive puzzler who is recruited by the charming philanthropist Cameron McIntyre (Tom Hollander) to break a code that will unlock a dangerously powerful, world-changing piece of technology.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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Midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Paso Robles AVA offers something for everyone, with over 60 grape varieties, 200 wineries, and a charming downtown that has accommodations to suit all tastes and an array of restaurants sure to please every palate.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
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Your darling planetary ruler, Venus, is transiting the creative sign of Leo while shining a light on your 11th house of associations, community and sense of belonging in the world.—
Valerie Mesa,
Peoplemag,
5 July 2024
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The essence of the inimitable country icon has been funneled into a darling new figurine, complete with a glittering orange bodysuit and bold blue eyeshadow.—
Melissa Epifano,
EW.com,
9 Mar. 2024
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Zendaya, 28, will join the swamp alongside returning stars Mike Myers, who voices Shrek, Cameron Diaz, voicing Fiona, and Eddie Murphy, who plays the lovable yet annoying Donkey.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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The realistic hope is that, even surrounded by losing, the raw young Marlins may rise up to either be surprisingly good or at least OK this season or, more likely, to be lovable losers easy to root for.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Adorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adorable. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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