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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
you have to wonder about people who don't find kittens and puppies endearing
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
his impish sense of humor is one of his more endearing traits
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as in massaging
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 endearing
Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026
But on the court, Wembanyama wears his emotions on his sleeve — normally an endearing quality, but in some instances, one that’s gone too far.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
In several flashback scenes, the twins share endearing sibling chemistry, but the present-day Sebastian gives off a disturbing, uncanny vibe.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Series 7 remains one of the best lineups of players in Taskmaster history, and Kerry Godliman beat all of them with a relentless, surprisingly endearing no-nonsense attitude.
—Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026
But on the court, Wembanyama wears his emotions on his sleeve — normally an endearing quality, but in some instances, one that’s gone too far.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Verb
At first, this relatability makes the otherwise insufferable Underground Man come across as comical, even endearing.
—Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
In several flashback scenes, the twins share endearing sibling chemistry, but the present-day Sebastian gives off a disturbing, uncanny vibe.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endearing
Adjective
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Don't lose a single adorable pound.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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In Foster the Snowman, a couple without kids take an accelerated journey through every parenting milestone when they’re forced to adopt an adorable snowman whose whole magical life will play out in just 72 hours.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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But fewer focus expressly on overall Cuban coffee identity like Buena Gente, the charming Decatur shop whose casual walk-up counter brings to mind the quick-window-service ventanitas of Miami and Havana.—
Christopher Hassiotis,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
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What to do nearby The properties are located on the best slice of beachfront real estate in Providenciales, consisting of charming, bright pink parasails and loungers, plentiful white-sand beaches and turquoise water, and direct access to shops and restaurants.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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What makes lemon peels so beneficial is their acidic oils; agitate the peels by rolling, chopping, and massaging them before adding to your soil to extract as many benefits as possible.—
Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
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To heat, microwave in short intervals, massaging the rice around in between.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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The sound of gunfire sent people running for dear life.—
Naveen Dhaliwal,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Almost instantly, an anecdote popped into my head that had been told to me decades earlier by a dear friend—a German Jew who had been born in Berlin early in the twentieth century.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Many subscribers to the old model had become attached to its warm, enthusiastically agreeable tone and complained at the loss of their ingratiating robotic companion.—
Cody Turner,
The Conversation,
1 May 2026
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But the meetings were also about Döpfner ingratiating himself to the right-of-center political leaders that make up some of the UK broadsheet’s audience (and source base).—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The secret to this crowd-pleasing dip is the flavorful addition of sweet Vidalia onions.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Each flower releases a sweet scent that can easily fill your entire walkway with fragrance.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Western, for his part, had by this time recovered something of his usual bluster, and began again upon the subject of Blifil, commending his estate and his family with great earnestness, as though these considerations alone ought to have settled the matter long since.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
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Kennedy then mentioned her daughter and became emotional while commending her work.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Comer posted photos from the event on her Instagram, with fans complimenting her in the comments section.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The first of those picks was used on Malachi Lawrence, a defensive end out of Central Florida, who has already turned heads at Cowboys OTAs, with Clark complimenting the rookie on his technique.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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“Endearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endearing. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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