as in to adore
to love or admire too much
doted on her only grandchild
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Slater takes on the role of Bob Olson, the adored but flawed father at the heart of the story.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
3 Sep. 2025 -
Huse adored Chicago-style hot dogs, trips to Rainbow River and movies, especially old films.—
Gabrielle Calise,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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Promote people who can lead people, not just worship AI.—
Jason Walker PsyD,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Yet the music icon, still worshiped decades after his death, was intimidated by one artist.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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From the days of the James brothers to James Franklin, Kansas and Missouri haven’t liked each other for a long time.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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This might seem fussy, but no one likes watery pimiento cheese.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Dote (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dote%20%28on%29. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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