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noun

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Recent Examples of beloved
Adjective
The mayor, the speaker and the Council have a tremendous opportunity to deliver a historic investment in libraries that will safeguard and bolster these beloved institutions. Linda Johnson, New York Daily News, 27 June 2025 With Season 7 on the horizon, this behind-the-scenes conversation will explore the creative evolution of the series, its cultural relevance, and what’s in store for its beloved characters. Okla Jones, Essence, 27 June 2025 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 Meanwhile, the crew — including one PA wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with photos of Baranski in the style of a metal band — coos over the dog on hand to play Ada’s beloved Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for beloved
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beloved
Noun
  • Despite the mockumentary being a critical darling, the premium cable network axed the comedy series after one season.
    Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 27 June 2025
  • Theranos, once a darling of Silicon Valley, promised to revolutionize blood testing.
    Oscar Chavez-Arrieta, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Noun
  • In one video of the reception, the bride and groom sit and share a kiss at a sweetheart table draped in white fabric and adorned with an abundance of florals.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 June 2025
  • Thankfully, his wife, Trish, Matheson’s high-school sweetheart, stood by him, and his few remaining restaurant friends staged an intervention not long after.
    Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • But one of my favorite movies ever is ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,’ so replaying this scene was fantastic.
    Hunter Ingram, Variety, 20 June 2025
  • Whichever candidate wins will likely become the favorite in the November general election, given that New York City is a Democratic stronghold.
    Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • Of course, Joe and I discussed the difference and the relationship between noise and music, which was a theme dear to the futurists.
    Billboard Italy, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • There are so very many precious things under attack in this American moment; consider the bronze bust of King that the president recently had removed from the Oval Office.
    Michael Pfleger, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
  • Sometimes protecting your precious gear is just as important as protecting yourself.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025

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