Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cottoned (to)
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Wilson’s family, cabinet, and staff enjoyed the film, while civil rights organizations protested across the country.—
Time,
Time,
14 Oct. 2025 -
What one poll said about redistricting's political risks While the 3D Strategic Research poll found redistricting to be unpopular with Hoosier voters, other election reform efforts enjoyed wide support.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
14 Oct. 2025
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There are three ways of getting there, either by chartering a helicopter, going on a three-day hike or taking a two-day trip by ATV, which is most preferred by the park rangers linked to the Foundation for Ecodevelopment and Conservation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Oct. 2025
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Parking prices range from $10 for general to $20 for preferred.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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For the first time on the show, the friends and family members selected by each celebrity contestant for their dedications will join them on the ballroom floor.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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Nominees are selected by 10BEST editors based on nominations from travel industry experts, and USA TODAY readers voted for their favorites based on the nominations.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The 27-year-old would undoubtedly have fancied his chances of getting back on track against a beleaguered Fiorentina side, but looks set to play no part after withdrawing through injury just half an hour into the USMNT’s friendly against Australia on Tuesday.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Some have fancied themselves an island chanteuse (Wanda Shirk on Palau).—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ahead, scroll on to discover Vogue’s favorite lip oils, featuring formulas adored by editors and makeup artists alike.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
19 Oct. 2025
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He was adored by all his models with many of them calling him more than an agent in interviews.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Onstage at Kiss concerts, Frehley relished his time to shine.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
16 Oct. 2025
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But more than that, a good person, but a person who really relished his role, and knew what his role was with the team.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Cottoned (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cottoned%20%28to%29. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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