as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
a cherished heirloom that has been in the family for generations
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as in worshiped
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
promised to love and cherish her husband forever
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as in treasured
to hold dear
we shall always cherish the keepsakes that our grandmother left us
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
after all these years, she still cherishes the memory of her first summer romance
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Recent Examples of cherished
Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Every day is a gift to be unwrapped and cherished.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Stimulation from the Amazon to the World Long cherished by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal and stimulating properties, guaraná remains a key element of Brazilian identity.
—JSTOR Daily, 22 Nov. 2024
His impact on American music is undeniable, ensuring that these songs will be cherished by future generations.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Reginald, a proud father of four, cherished the moment when his son, Reggie III, enlisted in the army in 2022.
—Mike Schell, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
There’s also a rare discount on the ever-popular Laneige lip mask, whose nourishing formula is cherished by Amazon shoppers and PEOPLE editors alike.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
In Fairfax director Natalie Zimmerman’s gorgeous, immersive sensory feature, inhabitants of what is predicted to turn into an uninhabitable region by 2030 open up about their cherished, but endangered, way of life.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
Verb
For Pearce, the experience remains one of his most cherished.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Every day is a gift to be unwrapped and cherished.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Stimulation from the Amazon to the World Long cherished by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal and stimulating properties, guaraná remains a key element of Brazilian identity.
—JSTOR Daily, 22 Nov. 2024
His impact on American music is undeniable, ensuring that these songs will be cherished by future generations.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Reginald, a proud father of four, cherished the moment when his son, Reggie III, enlisted in the army in 2022.
—Mike Schell, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
There’s also a rare discount on the ever-popular Laneige lip mask, whose nourishing formula is cherished by Amazon shoppers and PEOPLE editors alike.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
In Fairfax director Natalie Zimmerman’s gorgeous, immersive sensory feature, inhabitants of what is predicted to turn into an uninhabitable region by 2030 open up about their cherished, but endangered, way of life.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherished
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Nearly 25 years after the show first premiered, this show is still watched and re-watched regularly and these characters are deeply treasured by fans all around the world.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
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Luxury perfume oils have been treasured for hundreds of years.Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Galliano’s cultural impact and technical and inventive Margiela creations have had a halo effect on the brand as a whole, Margiela parent company OTB’s founder and chairman Renzo Rosso told Vogue Business in a recent interview.Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Still, the company had little trouble finding takers for the 349 copies to be made.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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But his exceptional comedic timing, versatility as an actor, iconic roles in beloved family-friendly films, and the ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles is the secret sauce behind his durability.Marc Berman, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Disney Branded Television has ordered four new episodes of the beloved sitcom.Joe Otterson, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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In 2004, the Defense Advanced Research Projects agency (DARPA) held the Grand Challenge, a 150 mile course in the Mojave desert to spur development of autonomous vehicles.Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The announcement came at a celebration of the Endowment’s 100th anniversary held at the Bank of America Corporate Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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After a long day at work, making a meal from scratch might not seem like the most appealing way to spend your precious off-hours.Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tourists check into their hotels and spend the rest of their few days off running around, trying to make the most of their precious few days off.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Wofford said that in addition to strong winds and low humidity, the amount of moisture retained by local plants contributes to wildfire conditions.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Two-star restaurants Oriole and Ever retained their status, with Moody Tongue dropping to one star.Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
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Hulu on Sunday night dropped all seven seasons of Gilmore Girls, Amy Sherman-Palladino’s perennial favorite series that ran for seven seasons on The WB and the CW from 2000-2007 but has steadfastly remained in the ether thanks to streaming.Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
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These are just a few of the fandom names stans worldwide have given themselves to honor their favorite celebrities.Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 16 Dec. 2024
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That’s a feature greatly appreciated by someone such as me, who aside from lacking staff, chooses to hoof it over Ubering at every opportunity.Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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She's spoken about the struggles of being a woman of color in a girl band, not feeling seen or appreciated.Jack Irvin, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Cherished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherished. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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