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to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)
They endeared themselves to the whole town.
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Recent Examples of endeared
Agyemang’s physicality and work rate has clearly endeared him to Pochettino.
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Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His approach as broker endeared him to both Charles and Diana, winning the trust of the warring parties, in itself a monumental feat.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2025
This mix has endeared him to an audience of mostly teenage and 20-something girls who were screaming every word back to him.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 24 Sep. 2025
His influence with younger conservatives helped Trump secure his presidency, which endeared the conservative activist to the president.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
Iverson’s magnetic personality and fierce competitive spirit endeared him to fans, teammates, and opposing players alike.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
While her husband, Prince Ludwig was a notorious philanderer, Therese endeared herself to the citizens of Bavaria, and the site of the wedding was renamed Theresienwiese in her honor.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Her voice in the essays is sly and irreverent, knowing and persuasive—all qualities that endeared her to readers, despite her often excessively Manichean tone.
—Anderson Tepper, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Lennon’s willingness to be political endeared him to the press throughout his career.
—Caleb Hammond, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2025
Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His approach as broker endeared him to both Charles and Diana, winning the trust of the warring parties, in itself a monumental feat.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2025
This mix has endeared him to an audience of mostly teenage and 20-something girls who were screaming every word back to him.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 24 Sep. 2025
His influence with younger conservatives helped Trump secure his presidency, which endeared the conservative activist to the president.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
Iverson’s magnetic personality and fierce competitive spirit endeared him to fans, teammates, and opposing players alike.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
While her husband, Prince Ludwig was a notorious philanderer, Therese endeared herself to the citizens of Bavaria, and the site of the wedding was renamed Theresienwiese in her honor.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Her voice in the essays is sly and irreverent, knowing and persuasive—all qualities that endeared her to readers, despite her often excessively Manichean tone.
—Anderson Tepper, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Lennon’s willingness to be political endeared him to the press throughout his career.
—Caleb Hammond, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endeared
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Next to them, a blond, fit-looking woman, seated alone on a mat with crutches beside her, massaged herself, kneading muscles with her hands and using a scarf to help stretch her legs.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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In order to get the best results, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaged in until it’s fully absorbed.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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After the race, Five-time Nürburgring 24 Hours winner Timo Bernhard got emotional about Verstappen's feat and commended the driver for bringing attention to endurance racing.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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In a press release, the company commended the work of Söderström and Norström, who became co-Presidents of Spotify in 2023, calling this a development that solidifies the company's new leadership structure.—
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento,
NPR,
30 Sep. 2025
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During the band’s dynamic Ohana set, singer Shirley Manson genuinely complimented other acts on the bill.—
George A. Paul,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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One dedicated fan showed up in full crow cosplay, matching the aesthetic of her latest album cover, while another brought a detailed toy wooden replica of Cardi — complimented with pictures of her kids engraved on the figurine’s box.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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He will not be coaxed, tricked, or trapped.—
Heather Bushman,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
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Could my hair ever be coaxed do that?—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Both Jeremy and Evi joined the couple for their engagement festivities and congratulated them in separate Instagram Stories.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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Trump, in a post on his social media app Truth Social shortly after the verdict, congratulated Bondi and Blanche on the conviction and thanked the Secret Service agent who spotted Routh running from the site of the crime.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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TikTok users have praised Worley for saving Juni, leading to more than 1,600 comments on the TikTok video so far.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Hobbs' approach, which was the result of a complex collaboration between academic experts, state leaders and local stakeholders, has been widely praised.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Rulers on the Nile did not rely solely on their own human powers but worshipped and propitiated a natural world that was alive with gods.—
Vanessa Taylor,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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Star athletes are worshipped as minor deities in the real world.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Endeared.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endeared. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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