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as in affectionate
feeling or showing love
they were a loving family, supporting each other when times were bad
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2
as in careful
taking, showing, or involving great care and effort
the homemade costume clearly showed the loving work that had gone into it
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as in valuing
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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as in worshiping
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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as in enjoying
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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as in caressing
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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Recent Examples of loving
Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Being so known, so loved, and so loving might not seem very metal.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2025
In an interview with 60 Minutes, Judy was described as his biggest fan, and their close relationship shows in the loving maternal characters in Adam’s films.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 30 July 2025
An article from Dog Mixology reported that dachshund and Bernedoodle mixes are known for being friendly, loving and loyal to families.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Adjective
King, one of the most extraordinary living Americans and once (frankly, still) one of the most famous women in the world, came fully out of the closet relatively late in life, and the scenes involve King’s loving but traditional Southern California parents accepting the lesbian couple.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Being so known, so loved, and so loving might not seem very metal.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2025
In an interview with 60 Minutes, Judy was described as his biggest fan, and their close relationship shows in the loving maternal characters in Adam’s films.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 30 July 2025
An article from Dog Mixology reported that dachshund and Bernedoodle mixes are known for being friendly, loving and loyal to families.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for loving
Adjective
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Finn is her brave, affectionate brother who keeps her safe.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
16 Aug. 2025
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TikTokers were quick to react and expressed similar affectionate experiences with their poodles.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Navigating this revolution responsibly requires careful policy, support for adaptation and a focus on using technology to benefit people.—
Vaibhav Dani,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The simplest activities now require careful advance planning.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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But mid-majors with double-digit seeds are worth enjoying on occasion.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, Gaga is still enjoying the longest command of her career.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Chicharito also benefitted from his market placement in LA, in his case mainly due to the proximity to an adoring Mexican fanbase throughout Southern California.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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In some cases, like his calls to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, Mr. Trump has promised changes that many of his most adoring fans in Europe have stopped well short of.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Set within 240 acres of ancient woodland overlooking the River Clyde and framed by the misty Kilpatrick Hills, Mar Hall is a five-star heritage estate that has recently undergone a meticulous £20 million transformation.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The house would always be spotlessly clean: the intense spiritual and aesthetic commitment of Ukrainians to their homes requires meticulous order.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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People who are conscientious of their health tend to engage in healthy behaviors like eating well, exercising, and following their healthcare provider’s advice while avoiding risky behaviors like smoking or driving too fast.—
Sharon Basaraba,
Verywell Health,
28 July 2025
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Being conscientious will serve kids in the long run.—
Jasmine Mote,
Scientific American,
7 July 2025
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Videos appreciating that remix have since had millions of views.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Doing so allows clients to reclaim assets that will benefit from a step-up in basis at death while moving appreciating assets outside of their estate.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Bell shared photos on her Instagram Stories of the comedian joining her backstage, patting powder onto her cheeks.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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The two critics congratulated him, patting him amiably.—
Anelise Chen,
The Atlantic,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Loving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loving. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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