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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
they poured gifts and affection on their darling child
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a darling child that any couple would want to adopt
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
what a darling set of dishes!
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as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
for a while that candidate was the darling of the news media and could do no wrong
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as in sweetheart
a person with whom one is in love
anything you say, darling
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Recent Examples of darling
Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
The 100 percent-cotton flannel material delivers superior softness, breathability, and warmth, while the darling floral pattern is perfect for the spring or those who want to give their bedroom timeless charm.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Aditi Sharma, Architectural Digest, 13 June 2026
The darling piece is designed with a 3-inch thick waistband and a 20-inch skirt length that hits right at the knee for a modest yet timeless look.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
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Adjective
From the curb, 170 Benvenue is a darling Cape with four perfect little dormers peeking out of its roof, just below a stone chimney.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
The 100 percent-cotton flannel material delivers superior softness, breathability, and warmth, while the darling floral pattern is perfect for the spring or those who want to give their bedroom timeless charm.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
The sleeping nook is a small but darling space.
—Aditi Sharma, Architectural Digest, 13 June 2026
The darling piece is designed with a 3-inch thick waistband and a 20-inch skirt length that hits right at the knee for a modest yet timeless look.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for darling
Adjective
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How can there be so much life bursting around you when your loved one has died?—
Liz Shulman,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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It’s chosen to mark a milestone, celebrate an achievement, or share a meaningful experience with friends and loved ones.—
Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Don't lose a single adorable pound.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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In Foster the Snowman, a couple without kids take an accelerated journey through every parenting milestone when they’re forced to adopt an adorable snowman whose whole magical life will play out in just 72 hours.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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This delightful journey starts by passing through a decorative iron gate supported by stone pillars.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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There’s something delightful about plays about grand divas in crisis.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Argentina is a minus-255 favorite, according to ESPN, meaning a bettor would have to wager $255 to win $100.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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The match became even more important after Spain, the heavy favorite to win Group H and a contender to win tournament, tied Cape Verde 0-0 in the earlier match, leaving the group lead up for grabs.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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The couple, who are both from Kentucky, are high school sweethearts and have been together since 2016.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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After first crossing paths in secondary school, Eve’s parents, Ali and Bono, became high school sweethearts.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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The vampire at the center of Rice’s beloved novels has flirted with music before.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Keeping hope alive With their voices loud and signs up high, BCSB leaders, parents, and supporters rallied Thursday in an effort to keep their beloved school open.—
Dennis Valera,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The sound of gunfire sent people running for dear life.—
Naveen Dhaliwal,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Almost instantly, an anecdote popped into my head that had been told to me decades earlier by a dear friend—a German Jew who had been born in Berlin early in the twentieth century.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The secret to this crowd-pleasing dip is the flavorful addition of sweet Vidalia onions.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Each flower releases a sweet scent that can easily fill your entire walkway with fragrance.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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“Darling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/darling. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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