dote (on)

verb

ˈdōt How to pronounce dote (on) (audio)
Definition of dote (on)next
as in to adore
to love or admire too much doted on her only grandchild

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  1. adore
  2. worship
  3. like
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  • The underlying numbers adore Pepi, with FBref’s statistical profile analysis comparing his favorably to Viktor Gyökeres of Sporting CP (this winter’s hot striker target) and Evanilson of Bournemouth (who left Porto last summer).
    Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Paired with an elegant tap and handles, the result is an unusual, old-fashioned bathroom sink that Instagram users have adored.
    John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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  • None of this will be a revelation to video art enthusiasts, who have long worshipped at Steina’s feet.
    Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Vulture Cultures Ian Rose April 10, 2024 By turns worshipped and reviled, the bird frequently associated with death has appeared in art works for thousands of years.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of worship
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  • The Panthers had to give up what turned out to only be a fifth-round pick to get Mayfield, who like Darnold would be playing on an expiring contract.
    Charlotte Observer, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Perhaps Edwards didn’t like where his in-bounds pass to Randle wound up.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of like
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