as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
the teacher's pet was always getting special privileges
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as in pouts
a state of resentful silence or irritability
the teenager stalked off in a pet after being refused permission to go the movies
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as in beloved
granted special treatment or attention
spent my free time on my pet project
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as in to pat
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
a cat who loves to be petted
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Recent Examples of pet
Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Further, a neighbor called 911 after Henry was fatally attacked to report that Gibson’s pets were blocking her from accessing her car.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
This is one of the most instantly-recognizable toys in the world and the ultimate inspiration for a playful pet costume.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
At another point, Del Toro cited Daniels in relation to pet waste near her building, claiming without proof that Coco or Charlie, the emotional support animals registered to one of Daniels’ sons, were responsible.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Pegasus first visited Mount Sinai’s hospital in 2024 for Valentine’s Day as part of Mount Sinai’s pet therapy program.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Further, a neighbor called 911 after Henry was fatally attacked to report that Gibson’s pets were blocking her from accessing her car.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Despite this divide, pet owners in general do tend to donate the most.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
This is one of the most instantly-recognizable toys in the world and the ultimate inspiration for a playful pet costume.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
Monte said that, while this whole experience started as a funny skit, people driving around the neighborhood actually did stop to pet the pup and even offered to pay the $1.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
At another point, Del Toro cited Daniels in relation to pet waste near her building, claiming without proof that Coco or Charlie, the emotional support animals registered to one of Daniels’ sons, were responsible.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pet
Adjective
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This means the earthly remains of the beloved saint will bring thousands of visitors to honor the saint's life of virtue and ask for her prayers.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The clip, shared by Sarah Ingle (@saraheingle), a dedicated dog fosterer, shows seven-month-old Cookie Crisps nestled in her arms while Ingle gently pats her bottom.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Both teams patted the star wideout on the back after he was loaded onto the cart.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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And though all that is paired with expansive ceilings, towering pillars, and New York City skyline frescos, the space is rather cozy, an ideal place to take a loved one for a spot of tea.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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My heart is with his family and loved ones.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While fans and pundits stroke their chins and ponder Arsenal’s attacking alchemy, their defensive record is perhaps taken for granted.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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One game, especially one so dominated by the defense, certainly isn’t enough to decide whether this is even an issue, but noted QB whisperer O’Connell has to be stroking his chin.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Fika, for example, is a cherished Swedish habit of slowing down to enjoy a small refreshment and the company of others.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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The bullet became a cherished object for the couple, Beck Darrow said.—
Genevieve Shaw Brown,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Then Jennifer Tilly’s hand gently caresses Gina Gershon’s face from her cheek down to her chin.—
James Factora,
Them.,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Young Pope star was seen caressing Coan’s back and whispering in her ear.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Ballerini also fielded questions from patients, discussing preferred superpowers and her favorite fast food.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Aside from all the restaurants you're connected to, what is your favorite restaurant in Cincinnati?—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And trust—the most precious resource in any health crisis—will continue to erode.—
Dr. Nikki Romanik,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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There was precious little executive-level experience either.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pet. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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