as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
her beloved cat sleeps in its own little bed
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
searching for some incredibly romantic spot in which to ask his beloved to marry him
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Recent Examples of beloved
Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Conchas Conchas are perhaps the most beloved and recognizable type of pan dulce, instantly identifiable by their round, pillowy shape and signature sugar shell topping.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
My beloved Tom ends up dead last (but in a perfect way), along with Hassan and Pui Man, who put rosewater in her Fancy.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
While authorities continue to investigate, the family who lost their beloved pet, Henry, is mourning his loss.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Conchas Conchas are perhaps the most beloved and recognizable type of pan dulce, instantly identifiable by their round, pillowy shape and signature sugar shell topping.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
One snapshot showed her fiancé down on his knees, looking up at his beloved with a sweet expression on his face.
—Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
My beloved Tom ends up dead last (but in a perfect way), along with Hassan and Pui Man, who put rosewater in her Fancy.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beloved
Adjective
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And though all that is paired with expansive ceilings, towering pillars, and New York City skyline frescos, the space is rather cozy, an ideal place to take a loved one for a spot of tea.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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My heart is with his family and loved ones.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Cardinale, one of Napa Valley’s leading producers of Cabernet Sauvignon, has been a darling among serious collectors since it was founded in 1982.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
28 Sep. 2025
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Luchanko, of course, was the darling of that camp run by then-coach John Tortorella, who valued his speed, in particular.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Usually this occurs in late summer or early fall, and the potluck-style event is a cherished tradition.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Rahm holed the shot with precious little green to work with to take a lead in the match that the Spaniard and his cherished partner, Tyrrell Hatton, never relinquished.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Both Taylors got famous as kids, grew up in public as America’s sweetheart.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
4 Oct. 2025
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In addition to Euphoria star Elordi, the movie costars Oscar Isaac as Frankenstein, along with Mia Goth (as Frankenstein's childhood sweetheart), and two-time Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (as an arms dealer not in the book).—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Ballerini also fielded questions from patients, discussing preferred superpowers and her favorite fast food.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Aside from all the restaurants you're connected to, what is your favorite restaurant in Cincinnati?—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Frankly, my dear, Tom Jacobsen doesn’t give a dome.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
15 July 2025
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Black bag, my dear — her work trip sets off a chain reaction in which George’s strength, i.e., faith in their relationship, becomes his weakness.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And trust—the most precious resource in any health crisis—will continue to erode.—
Dr. Nikki Romanik,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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There was precious little executive-level experience either.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This cal is every candle lover’s dream.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
29 Sep. 2025
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National Coffee Day is the perfect time buy a gift for the coffee lover in your life.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Beloved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beloved. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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