in love

phrase

: inspired by affection

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An artist who wrote more than 20 books and co-founded feminist institutions with Steinem and Jane Fonda, Morgan defied labels in love and politics. Hillel Italie, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026 Ned Sampson, whose naïve dedication is starting to turn the paper around, is feeling happy both at work and in love, thanks to his budding romance with reporter Mare (Chelsea Frei). Julie Hinds, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2026 The case has been brought by their neighbor, Mr Mulroney, with whom the two women, as one, believe themselves completely, forever-and-ever in love. Jessica Kiang, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026 Broadway-loving teens will fall madly in love with this 2001 musical classic about the infamous French nightclub, its star performer Satine, and her poem-writing love Christian—Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor in two of their best roles. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in love

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in love was in the 14th century

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“In love.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20love. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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