as in adored
to love or admire too much
doted on her only grandchild
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Martha died Monday, leaving behind a family that adored her, a church that loved her, listeners who learned from her and hundreds, probably thousands, of friends who will never know anyone like her again.
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The critically adored sequel reunites all of your favorite characters, including sheriff Woody (Tom Hanks), spaceman Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and cowgirl Jessie (Joan Cusack).
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Few foods occupy a space as unique as instant noodles, simultaneously worshipped as a junk food treat and a reliable staple for millions of people around the world.
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For decades your homepage was the front door, and brands worshipped Google to be found.
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Amid the pullback, here are a few negative beta stocks to consider that are well liked by Evercore ISI.
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That’s why being liked should never be high on the list of any leader.
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“Doted (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doted%20%28on%29. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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