1
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
Looking back from the other side of the season finale, my feelings are still mixed, but ultimately fond.
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Caroline Framke, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2024
And Clark, 34, will forever hold fond memories of coaching a future Hall of Famer with a larger-than-life persona.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Actors in the industry have paid tribute to Baena online, including Brie, Pally and Molly Shannon, sharing fond memories of working with him over the years.
—Matt Minton, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
The most runs any big-league team has ever trailed by and won is 12 — done once in the last 99 years, by Jim Thome’s 2001 Indians, in a game the Mariners do not have fond memories of.
—Jayson Stark, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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Caroline Framke, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2024
And Clark, 34, will forever hold fond memories of coaching a future Hall of Famer with a larger-than-life persona.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Actors in the industry have paid tribute to Baena online, including Brie, Pally and Molly Shannon, sharing fond memories of working with him over the years.
—Matt Minton, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
The most runs any big-league team has ever trailed by and won is 12 — done once in the last 99 years, by Jim Thome’s 2001 Indians, in a game the Mariners do not have fond memories of.
—Jayson Stark, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fond
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For the more tactically inclined, the current situation presents opportunities in the volatility market itself.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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At this point, the Canucks seem more inclined to move Miller than Pettersson.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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But Manhattan, which stars Mariel Hemingway, Diane Keaton, and Meryl Streep, is perhaps the most whimsically affectionate and viscerally stirring.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
25 Jan. 2025
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Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate and agreeable temperament, but Buddy and Bruno's relationship stands out as a testament to the emotional bonds that dogs can form when living together.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Per the listing held by Brian Kirksey of the Ethos Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Realty Paint Creek, there’s also an attached carport, a spa, and a frog pond on the property.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
16 Jan. 2025
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Rather, the Blue Ring Pathfinder payload is expected to remain attached to the rocket’s upper stage for the duration of the six-hour mission.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
11 Jan. 2025
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Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a stable and loving home, and every parent deserves the chance to provide that environment without the shadow of systemic bias looming over them.—
Jumara Perry,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Jan. 2025
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The euphoric and loving screams of the crowd made Fito Páez blush.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
19 Jan. 2025
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Composer and visual artist Daniel Blumberg ventured near and far for the project: to his beloved London haunt Cafe Oto, the film’s set in Budapest, locales in New York, Berlin, and Paris… and even a marble quarry in Italy.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
24 Jan. 2025
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Colors of blue and pink pay homage to Miami Beach’s beloved Art Deco scene.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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See below for a partial listing of programming at the Macro Lodge, held Jan. 24-26 at 625 Main Street, in Park City.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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The partial transcript below has been edited for clarity.—
Dianna Russini,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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In some cases, like his calls to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, Mr. Trump has promised changes that many of his most adoring fans in Europe have stopped well short of.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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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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The jury accepted the plaintiffs’ theory that the Sunday Ticket, which costs consumers $479 via YouTube TV (with cheaper options for students, YouTube TV subscribers and other deals), has made fans pay more to watch their favorite team.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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First Aid Beauty recalls more than 2,700 jars of its cult favorite repair cream What salmon is being recalled?—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Fond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fond. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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