endear (to)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endear (to)
Verb
  • The boys are in their late teens, and Jeff, who dreams of becoming a filmmaker, is eager to ingratiate himself with Blake, who will pick them up in a seaplane and take them to the lodge.
    Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 19 Mar. 2025
  • These words can help ingratiate you into local culture and fire up rapid camaraderie.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Benefits should enhance human capital, not just placate.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Michael Barbaro speaks to Thomas Sipp, a lawyer who chose to quit after his firm, Skadden, negotiated a deal to placate the president.
    Michael Barbaro, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Tibetans content themselves in places where the photograph is banned by worshipping instead Avalokitesvara, the thousand-armed bodhisattva of compassion whose likeness graces Tibetan monasteries.
    Howard W. French, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
  • Timothée Chalamet-starring Oscar contented A Complete Unknown from Searchlight Pictures is holding at no. 8 at 2,010 locations with a $3.1 million weekend.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • This year, the airliner, led by CEO Bob Jordan, has tried to increase profits — and appease powerful activist investor Elliott Investment Management — by initiating its first mass layoffs in company history.
    Mark Dent, HubSpot, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Lawsuits brought to appease Trump or punish his enemies are brought for an improper purpose.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The credulous faith that these superpowers will voluntarily settle for some form of peaceful coexistence, if only they are sufficiently propitiated with concessions, is naive and dangerous.
    Michael Miklaucic, Twin Cities, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Since 1979, the United States has sought to contain or propitiate the regime in Tehran.
    Danielle Pletka, National Review, 6 Nov. 2023
Verb
  • Huckleberry Cobbler is a true surprise with a burst of wild berries and comforting spice, weaving together bright sweetness, tart Huckleberry, and rich streusel flavors.
    Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • This cozy scent wraps you in a warm, comforting aroma.
    Danielle James, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • May the love of God and the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ bless and console us during this time of sorrow - Our Lady of Belen, Pray for Us.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Jeff noticed Joe’s worried demeanor and, in a Survivor first, gave him permission to leave his tribe’s mat in order to console Eva.
    Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Julani has ordered all armed groups in the country to disarm, including the SDF.
    Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Bradley has a charm that is very disarming.
    Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Endear (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endear%20%28to%29. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.

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