1
as in to adore
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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2
as in to treasure
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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3
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 affair
a brief romantic relationship
he refused to discuss past loves
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Recent Examples of love
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Families will love the poolside rooms, which are located on the first floor and open to the outdoor pool.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Rhysand Rhysand, the ruler of ACOTAR’s Night Court, is Feyre’s love interest.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 11 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Thomas continues to love the work, sources close to him have said, and in the next few years will eclipse the record for longest-serving justice in American history.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Families will love the poolside rooms, which are located on the first floor and open to the outdoor pool.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Noun
Celebrating love is universal, but the exact rites and rituals vary.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Rhysand Rhysand, the ruler of ACOTAR’s Night Court, is Feyre’s love interest.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for love
Verb
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And what's left is this core that adores each other.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Presidents are usually removed from voters, separated by layers of security and surrounded by adoring subordinates.—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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As a first-generation Haitian-American, Metayer’s Haitian roots were treasured in her life in and outside of politics.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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Ellison treasures loyalty above all else.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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Drexel Hill Little League says this night every year teaches the kids to overcome adversity, be a team player, and most of all enjoy themselves, because that's what the game of baseball is all about.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Creators on DeviantArt enjoy the convenience, security, and user-friendliness of modern internet retail platforms combined with the broad reach and audience-building features of mainstream social media.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Electric Bleu is French food caressed with California seasonality and the occasional pop of Aussie nostalgia.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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And through all this, Saariaho’s elaborately beautiful orchestration scintillates, jabs, caresses, and swerves, giving all that vivid misery a sheen of lyric glamour.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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Famous for her affection towards corgis, the future queen cuddled a Pembroke Welsh corgi in April 1940.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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In the wake of Soldier Boy’s resurrection, Homelander is desperate to earn some fatherly affection.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
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Find flowy silhouettes, air fabrics, and darling designs below, starting as low as $10.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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Rotterdam, which has a historic connection to Brazilian cinema, is a long-time darling and favorite, but more and more local talent is shifting their attention to festivals like San Sebastián, Karlovy Vary and Locarno as top choices to launch their films.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Drizzle with chocolate sauce to your liking and sprinkle on optional toppings.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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The labor secretary had been the subject of multiple controversies—accused of abusing her power, having an affair with a subordinate, and drinking on the job.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Earlier in his career, Bass worked in music crossover at CAA and across music business functions at companies including Universal Motown, RCA, and iHeartMedia — roles that gave him insight spanning marketing, A&R, and business affairs.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/love. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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