endeared; endearing; endears
1
: to cause to become beloved or admired
her generosity has endeared her to the public
2
obsolete
: to make higher in cost, value, or estimation
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Fernandez is endearing as both Spade’s loyal girl friday Effie and his nutty mistress Iva.
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
The move ensures the Broncos will have their leading rusher from 2025 back in the fold, as the fan favorite quickly endeared himself to Broncos Country and head coach Sean Payton after originally signing with the Broncos in June.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 9 Mar. 2026
His attitude and application, as well as his talent, have endeared him to the senior professionals in the squad.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
That’s likely why his movie is more daring in its humor and tone, bringing a refreshing infusion of mischief to Pixar while maintaining the genuine emotional gravitas that has endeared the company to audiences for over 30 years.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
The move ensures the Broncos will have their leading rusher from 2025 back in the fold, as the fan favorite quickly endeared himself to Broncos Country and head coach Sean Payton after originally signing with the Broncos in June.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 9 Mar. 2026
His attitude and application, as well as his talent, have endeared him to the senior professionals in the squad.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
That’s likely why his movie is more daring in its humor and tone, bringing a refreshing infusion of mischief to Pixar while maintaining the genuine emotional gravitas that has endeared the company to audiences for over 30 years.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endear. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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endear
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en·dear
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: to cause to become dear or beloved
her generosity has endeared her to the public
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