as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
the teacher's pet was always getting special privileges
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as in pouts
a state of resentful silence or irritability
the teenager stalked off in a pet after being refused permission to go the movies
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as in beloved
granted special treatment or attention
spent my free time on my pet project
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as in to pat
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
a cat who loves to be petted
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Recent Examples of pet
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
The department also told people not to leave pet food outdoors, to supervise pets at all times when outside and to avoid placing certain foods in compost piles, as well as never attempting to approach a bear.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 12 June 2025
ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
In the early years, weekend adventures with my daughter followed a script: a park, a pet store, a local bakery or maybe somewhere for lunch.
—Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
In California, individuals must possess a permit to touch or handle owls, so the owl could not be pet by the partygoers, but the group still enjoyed looking at and learning about the wide-eyed bird.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Note: This pet might have been adopted before publication.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
The department also told people not to leave pet food outdoors, to supervise pets at all times when outside and to avoid placing certain foods in compost piles, as well as never attempting to approach a bear.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 12 June 2025
Adjective
But there are mixed results on how courts enforce other interests of the dead—like a famous writer's request to destroy all unpublished work or a pet lover's insistence to destroy their cat or dog at death.
—ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
In the early years, weekend adventures with my daughter followed a script: a park, a pet store, a local bakery or maybe somewhere for lunch.
—Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Verb
Experiences to enjoy together include from scavenger hunts and quesadilla-making classes to bountiful breakfasts at a giant live-edge wood table at Rancho Lola, where all members of the fam can eat and drink their hearts out before petting the farm animals and planting a tree together.
—Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
In California, individuals must possess a permit to touch or handle owls, so the owl could not be pet by the partygoers, but the group still enjoyed looking at and learning about the wide-eyed bird.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
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Rainbow pillows perch on a long pink booth and two faux crystal chandeliers dangle over a black and white checkered floor, the base of a spacious dining area that compelled chef and owner Jenni Vee to upgrade to this location from her beloved original storefront nearly a year ago.—
Sophie Levenson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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The deadly incident occurred during a show by merengue singer Rubby Pérez at the beloved music venue that was celebrating its 50th anniversary.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
17 June 2025
Verb
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During her emotional testimony, Clark often patted her eyes with a tissue.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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Catcher Alexis Ramirez, seated next to Grant and Woolery in the interview room, patted Grant on the shoulder.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
Verb
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More often than not, viewers see these people stroking them, hitching rides on their fins, or free diving within inches of their faces.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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When the researchers, who were funded by the N.I.H., used a wet paintbrush to stroke the rat pups — simulating the way a mother rat licks her offspring — these growth markers returned to normal.—
Alan Burdick,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Verb
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There’s a shot of Michele caressing her face, and another of Christopher fingering his wedding ring.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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But Gallardo clandestinely documented her experience there; in the exhibition, a short, lo-fi video shows her hands slowly caressing those of Estela, an ailing senior citizen and former street worker who lived at Casa Xochiquetzal.—
Fabiola Iza,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Host Cynthia Erivo was perhaps my favorite look of the evening: a Schiaparelli ensemble.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 June 2025
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She’s cited Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Miss Saigon as some of her own favorite musicals.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Fears over the economic impact of crushing trade tariffs, a worsening geopolitical landscape, and US dollar weakness have all fuelled the precious metal’s price ascension.—
Royston Wild,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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This rare, precious silence was part of what drew Jonathan Grenier and James May, the founders of Ungava Polar Eco-Tours, to set up the company’s outdoor adventure base camp here.—
Chloe Berge,
Outside Online,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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The July 11 show at Joint Base Myer–Henderson Hall, located across the river in Virginia from where the parade will take place in Washington, D.C., also had a special appearance from the Golden Knights – Army parachutists who will sail down from the skies during the parade.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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The fee-free days only waive fees for standard amenities, which do not include fees or costs associated with campground reservations, cabin rentals or special tours.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Who wouldn’t buy anything O’Connor, with his darling secret smile, tells them?—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
23 May 2025
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The Allwood Timberline Cabin Tiny House caught our eye for a few noteworthy reasons, namely the darling front porch that’s perfect for lounging.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pet. Accessed 21 Jun. 2025.
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