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as in inclined
having a liking or affection
even lots of city people are fond of country music
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as in affectionate
feeling or showing love
gave me a fond embrace upon parting
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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
my fondest wish is to see my children marry well
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Recent Examples of fond
Nina recalls a fond memory of using her GRAYL GeoPress Purifier in her rustic seaside cabaña in the remote coastal desertscape of La Guajira, Colombia.
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Carina Brackett, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Daniel Craig does not have fond memories of making his second James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace.
Craig, 56, spoke to his experiences portraying the iconic British spy character during his appearance on the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter's Awards Chatter podcast.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Looking back on his time in the north-east, Clarke only has fond memories.
—Asif Burhan, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Advertisement Vasquez, who stars as Adela, has fond memories of improvising lines with the Latin musician.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
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Carina Brackett, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Daniel Craig does not have fond memories of making his second James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace.
Craig, 56, spoke to his experiences portraying the iconic British spy character during his appearance on the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter's Awards Chatter podcast.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Looking back on his time in the north-east, Clarke only has fond memories.
—Asif Burhan, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Advertisement Vasquez, who stars as Adela, has fond memories of improvising lines with the Latin musician.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
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In California, the country’s largest market for EVs, buyers who dislike Musk’s politics are sourcing on the brand and may be more inclined to choose a competitor.Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The film should come with a warning for those less inclined to the sight of rats.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
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Your affectionate nature will be even more noticeable than usual!Kyle Thomas, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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Golden retrievers, like Arthur, are known for their friendly and affectionate nature.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Flashback: Fort Rapids opened in 2006 amid an indoor water park craze as a 60,000-square-foot attraction with more than 300 hotel rooms, conference space and meeting rooms in an attached Holiday Inn and Suites.Andrew King, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
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The attached media release did not refer to ‘migrant workers’ once.Samindra Kunti, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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And in a community where it’s supposed to be loving and open arms, safe space for everyone, [that’s] the worst thing that you could get labeled [as].CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024
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Since then, Hilton has shared many loving tributes to her children, including a recent Thanksgiving post.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Even listening to a favorite song and dancing around the kitchen while unloading the dishwasher can become a beloved family ritual—just think about what brings your family joy, and go from there.Erica Jackson Curran, Parents, 25 Dec. 2024
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At the beloved English country hotel The Newt in Somerset, the dish that checks all the boxes is their Brussels Sprout Risotto, which flies off the menu at the Garden Café.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
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Musk and President-elect Donald Trump led the conservative rebellion against the initial plan to avert a partial shutdown, a bipartisan deal that came from negotiations between the top two Democrats and Republicans in both congressional chambers.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
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The partial shutdown could cause nationwide disruption to federal agencies and employees.The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Republic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Having a constant loving, happy, and adoring presence makes Kirk’s solo road trips feel far from lonely.Outside Online, Outside Online, 29 Aug. 2024
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In Australia, where Abacus sold the rights to SBS, the critical reception was similarly adoring, and Acorn TV has rights in the U.S. and Canada.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 July 2024
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Here are a few of my favorite rums that have hit store shelves in the last few months, all of which are worth your time.Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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These are our favorite travel adapters and chargers.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Fond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fond. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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