1
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
my fondness for you will never fail
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2
as in liking
positive regard for something
I have a fondness for expensive chocolate
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Recent Examples of fondness
Getting the players to buy into the change at coordinator was instrumental, especially since the veteran group had such a fondness for Diaz.
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Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The other is their fondness for its offering of stunning art, history, and vibrant culture.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
Most of his supporters follow his fondness for that period.
—Alexander Durie, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Corbet’s avant-garde effects reveal a fondness for Eurotrash nihilism.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 Jan. 2025
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Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The other is their fondness for its offering of stunning art, history, and vibrant culture.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
Most of his supporters follow his fondness for that period.
—Alexander Durie, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Corbet’s avant-garde effects reveal a fondness for Eurotrash nihilism.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fondness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fondness
Noun
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For nearly four years, a dog named Shawn has been patiently waiting for a second chance at love—and a home to call his own.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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His most accessible film, Ali is a moving masterpiece about a widow (Brigitte Mira) who falls in love with a young Arab man (El Hedi ben Salem).—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The white sneaker can even be customized to your liking in subtle ways, from a high platform version to contrasting leather details in a variety of colors.—
Lina-Marie Baatz,
Glamour,
21 Apr. 2025
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The new blushes are designed for the same purpose—treating skin as the primary focus, while the color can be customized to your liking.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For instance, not only do koala parents prioritize frequent physical affection like cuddling and hugs, there also is an abundance of emotional warmth.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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Most people probably have a general sense that physical affection matters in a relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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More than 50 celebrities lost their homes as the blaze raged across the city, including the likes of Miles Teller, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Paris Hilton, Tyra Banks, Joshua Jackson and Anthony Hopkins.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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After spending time in Nashville writing for the likes of Rascal Flatts and Sabrina Carpenter, Trainor landed a deal with Epic Records.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
22 Apr. 2025
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His unique passions and experiences lead him to create works that truly resonate with his audience.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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At age 14, Tom Schröder had no idea that his passion for sailing would lead him to an ocean odyssey spanning the globe.—
Katia Damborsky,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2025
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The sweeping scope of Trump’s appetite for institutionalized retaliation has changed the threat landscape for everyone, almost overnight.—
Julia Angwin,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2025
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There is an appetite to again hold meetings in different locations as underlined by the historic visit to Zimbabwe.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Fondness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fondness. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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