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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Despite the cloud of controversies around him, Adams has endeared himself to some political powerplayers in the city since Mamdani’s victory, including former Cuomo supporters like billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, who endorsed the incumbent for reelection last week.
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 8 July 2025
As Sam makes his way to Bushwick, in the hopes of resurrecting his dormant stage persona, Romero acclimatizes us to the catty, interpersonal backstage drama of the cabaret’s moving parts, endearing us to each character in the process.
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Despite the high-pressure setting—broadcast globally and steeped in centuries of tradition—George's poise and focus endeared him to viewers and royal watchers.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
The big promises have, unsurprisingly, endeared him to the Democratic party’s liberal wing.
—Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 25 June 2025
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 8 July 2025
As Sam makes his way to Bushwick, in the hopes of resurrecting his dormant stage persona, Romero acclimatizes us to the catty, interpersonal backstage drama of the cabaret’s moving parts, endearing us to each character in the process.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 10 June 2025
Viral Princess Kate and Sophie's Perfect Curtsy Moment Goes Viral
Despite the high-pressure setting—broadcast globally and steeped in centuries of tradition—George's poise and focus endeared him to viewers and royal watchers.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
The big promises have, unsurprisingly, endeared him to the Democratic party’s liberal wing.
—Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 25 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for endear
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endear. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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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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