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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4
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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2
as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
she is the love of my life
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3
as in liking
positive regard for something
a love of chocolate, which I will pay anything to indulge
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4
as in affair
a brief romantic relationship
he refused to discuss past loves
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Recent Examples of love
Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
The two shared a loving hug before continuing the show.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 1 July 2025
Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 30 June 2025
Here are three things emotionally healthy couples do — often without even realizing it — that lay the groundwork for enduring love.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Verb
January’s energy is heightening your creative side and invites a playful, loving energy into your interactions.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
The two shared a loving hug before continuing the show.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 1 July 2025
Noun
However, her love for imagery and world-building persisted.
—Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 30 June 2025
Here are three things emotionally healthy couples do — often without even realizing it — that lay the groundwork for enduring love.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for love
Verb
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Referred to as Bubblegum Bobby and a fixture on the cover of teen magazines, lunch boxes, and other merch for adoring young fans, Sherman also continued to act during that period.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
24 June 2025
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His face was printed on lunch boxes, cereal boxes and posters that hung on the bedroom walls of his adoring fans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Sink Into a Hot Stone Bath For as long as anyone can remember, Bhutanese have treasured hot stone baths.—
JOE YOGERST,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Luca and Gerardo treasure their parents' heritage with joy and dedication.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
Verb
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Ellie Goulding enjoys a ride through the canals of Venice while in town for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding on June 27.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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Here, my review of Holland America Line’s Westerdam, and how anyone can enjoy themselves aboard, whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with friends and family.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2025
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The pair hit the red carpet for the annual NFL Honors events in Phoenix in 2023 and in New Orleans in 2025, with Arik proudly caressing Mindy’s pregnant belly at the latter.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The post included a black-and-white clip of Kelly caressing the newborn's hand.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Just like the character of Noah, however, Cathy’s grandfather didn’t give up, continuing to write her grandmother letters of affection every day.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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This wasn't my first foray into algorithmic affection.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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Despite the mockumentary being a critical darling, the premium cable network axed the comedy series after one season.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
27 June 2025
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Theranos, once a darling of Silicon Valley, promised to revolutionize blood testing.—
Oscar Chavez-Arrieta,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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From Oahu to Kauai, there are plenty of elopement planners, photographers, and unique venues that will tailor your celebration to your liking.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
24 June 2025
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As if there wasn’t already enough change afoot in the world for Agnes’ liking, Ada is now the lady of the Van Rhijn household, creating serious confusion for the staff.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Turner spent a decade in Indiana, but the NBA's two-time blocks leader seemed to be at an impasse with his state of affairs in Indianapolis.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Left to right, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Indian minister of external affairs, and Dev Pragad, Newsweek CEO, speak onstage during a Newsweek Exclusive Fireside Chat With Indian Minister Of External Affairs, at 1 World Trade Center on June 30 in New York City.—
Jennifer Cunningham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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“Love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/love. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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