endeared (to)

Definition of endeared (to)next
past tense of endear (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for endeared (to)
Verb
  • Ball quickly ingratiated herself into Austin’s music scene.
    Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Larry ingratiated himself with Talia's roommates and friends, cooking and ordering elaborate meals and having deep conversations with them.
    Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • Historically, lodgings outside the capital have contented themselves with hosting the budget-conscious backpacker crowd.
    John Bowe, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The agents then surrounded the nurse, disarmed him and then fired multiple shots at him.
    Sarah Davis, The Hill, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The ceasefire agreement is clear that Hezbollah must be disarmed, in both the south and north of the country.
    Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But that hasn’t appeased protesters at demonstrations throughout Los Angeles County.
    Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The food finally lands with the guests, their dumb whims having been appeased.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • But that hasn’t placated Johnson critics who are looking to capitalize on openings to check the mayor’s budget team.
    Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Perhaps the youngest Bridgertons would be able to avoid food fights if placated with the Duke's iPad?
    Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • All life is precious and must be honored; families need to be loved and consoled.
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
  • His older brother, Thanasis, consoled him and grabbed his brother’s hand, but Giannis’ eyes remained locked to a spot on the floor.
    Eric Nehm, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Instead, Steele's music is driven by connection, when a listener feels understood, emotionally moved, or comforted by a song.
    Maria Williams, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Your dog may just be feeling a bit stressed out and want to be comforted.
    Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
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“Endeared (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endeared%20%28to%29. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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