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as in favorites
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 sweethearts
a person with whom one is in love
anything you say, darling
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Recent Examples of darlings
But for the most part, Knight hesitated to kill his darlings.
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Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Think viral hits like Laneige and TirTir, industry staples like Jung Saem Mool and Clio, and indie darlings like AOU.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 19 Mar. 2026
Following her roles in Marty Supreme and I Love LA, Odessa A’zion swiftly emerged as one of Hollywood’s new darlings and a key character of this awards season.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 Mar. 2026
During Hollywood’s Golden Age, Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher were among the darlings of the entertainment industry.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
Italy has become the WBC darlings after finishing undefeated in Pool B play.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
In the end, none of it mattered, because one night later, the espresso-guzzling darlings of the tournament extended a helping hand.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Think viral hits like Laneige and TirTir, industry staples like Jung Saem Mool and Clio, and indie darlings like AOU.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 19 Mar. 2026
Following her roles in Marty Supreme and I Love LA, Odessa A’zion swiftly emerged as one of Hollywood’s new darlings and a key character of this awards season.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 Mar. 2026
During Hollywood’s Golden Age, Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher were among the darlings of the entertainment industry.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
Italy has become the WBC darlings after finishing undefeated in Pool B play.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
In the end, none of it mattered, because one night later, the espresso-guzzling darlings of the tournament extended a helping hand.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for darlings
Noun
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Commandment, winner of four straight races, is certain to head on to Louisville and May 2 Kentucky Derby as one of the favorites.—
Clark Spencer,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Gluten-free mac and cheese and chicken enchiladas are menu favorites, the brand said.—
Jenna Thompson
March 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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High school sweethearts John and Maria Ruiz fell in love with each other – and basketball.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Down on the lower levels, cowboys and their sweethearts were up and out of their seats, like a late-night set at the Firehouse.—
Joey Guerra,
Houston Chronicle,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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May these two sweeties never travel to Russia ever again.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
1 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This cozy getaway is designed for vintage lovers and hygge seekers—and is almost guaranteed to make it onto your Instagram feed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The event, which was started by the city but is now run by Red Rock 4-Wheelers, gives 4×4 lovers a chance to responsibly drive on trails through one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Darlings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/darlings. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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