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as in to treasure
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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as in to adore
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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as in to caress
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the baby responded to my caresses and kisses by loving me right back
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as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
her love for her children was truly selfless
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
she is the love of my life
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as in liking
positive regard for something
a love of chocolate, which I will pay anything to indulge
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as in affaire
a brief romantic relationship
he refused to discuss past loves
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Recent Examples of love
Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
While Minneapolis drivers love to grouse about traffic, the city is still relatively easy for drivers.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
The Princess Bride, of course, starred Cary Elwes as the farmhand Westley, who rescues his true love, Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright), from Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon).
—Rhett Bartlett, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2025
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So Ruffin bought it from them two decades ago and set out to renovate it, careful not to alter the layout or remodel the house, but to preserve it, as a tribute to all the sweat and love his parents had invested in it.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
While Minneapolis drivers love to grouse about traffic, the city is still relatively easy for drivers.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
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Jackie Farry’s legacy is one of love, laughter and an indomitable spirit.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
The Princess Bride, of course, starred Cary Elwes as the farmhand Westley, who rescues his true love, Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright), from Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon).
—Rhett Bartlett, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for love
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The banter in the green rooms before and after a show are core memories that all of us comics will treasure forever.Christian Holub, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Greg's memory will forever be treasured by his family, dearest friends, colleagues and all who loved him.David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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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
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Likewise, Hollywood stars were adored in hagiographic terms.Michael Ashley, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Aurora Indica: Woody, herbal, and spicy, perfect for those who enjoy earthy tones.Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2025
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The shift raises concerns about the long-term impact on the community’s ability to enjoy public spaces that were once intended for everyone.Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2025
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Dan Sheldon Golf: A hole-in-one There’s no greater satisfaction in sport than carefully caressing a little white ball into a slightly larger hole in the ground with a metal stick.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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The soil caressed my bare feet, and the dust was always boiling up from the dirt road that passed 50 feet from our front door.Philip Martin, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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The dessert for this feast of misbegotten nominations was served when Trump appointed Kimberly Guilfoyle, the longtime fiancée of his eldest son, Don, Jr., as the new Ambassador to Greece—a move that accommodates the son’s fresher affections for a Palm Beach socialite.David Remnick, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
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Over time, seeing these notes builds appreciation and rekindles affection.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Other contenders: Rick Nash to the Rangers, Sergei Bobrovsky to the Blue Jackets, Paul Gaustad being the darling of the deadline for some reason 12.Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Artificial intelligence darling Nvidia closed at a record high.Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
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There’s an image of Mahsa Amini, a young woman who was arrested in 2022 for not wearing her hijab to the Iranian morality police’s liking and died in custody under suspicious circumstances, tugging on the Grand Ayatollah’s beard with her hair free-flowing.Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 9 Jan. 2025
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Working in batches or if your air fryer is large enough, fry salmon, broccoli and potatoes together for 10-12 minutes at 400F., until salmon is cooked to your liking. Serve salmon with potatoes and broccoli and drizzle the remaining honey-miso mixture throughout.Fox News, Fox News, 5 Jan. 2025
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What’s more, many online therapy platforms include additional features that clients appreciate.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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These small acts remind your partner that they’re loved and appreciated, which can reignite feelings of closeness and attraction over time.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/love. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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