Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cottoned (to)
Verb
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Football is an activity to be enjoyed together in Ghana, rather than merely something to watch on television.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
10 June 2026 -
On Monday, the airport hosted a celebration for its employees ahead of the region's big events this summer, with fun that both workers and travelers enjoyed.—
Chilekasi Adele,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The Flaws has a touch of Severance with its bland office setting and humor overlayed with symbolism but Reiber preferred to cite older influences.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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The Democratic political machine preferred having Bass run against likely-loser Pratt rather than Raman, who may give the mayor a run for her money.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
Verb
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All products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Slaughter, a University of Florida standout, was one of four offensive linemen Hortiz selected with his seven picks over three days in late April.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The Messi situation Priced at 16/1 to win the Golden Boot, Messi is clearly fancied to make an impact on another World Cup with only four players (Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, Mikel Oyarzabal and Erling Haaland) shorter to score the most goals.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
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The problem with Dolan, this person confided, was that the owner fancied himself knowledgeable about basketball.—
Michael Powell,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
Verb
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You’re allowed to enjoy being wanted and adored.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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His work was adored, but he was also adored as a person.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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That’s a contradiction the actors relished.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Like Verdun, 37-year-old Terrisa Scott, who wears her own gingerbread girl costume during chases, has relished the chance to step outside her comfort zone.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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“Cottoned (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cottoned%20%28to%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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