as in to commend
to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)
They endeared themselves to the whole town.
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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 endear
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
Beyond the positional premium stuff, Command has a nastiness to his physical game that will endear him to NHL teams.
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Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
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.
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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.
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Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Verb
The force of the example, as Taggart explains, lies in us forgetting that Lizzo was once an oddball rapper-flautist who was anointed by Prince; an indie artist with pipes who endeared herself to mean Brooklyn gays.
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Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
Beyond the positional premium stuff, Command has a nastiness to his physical game that will endear him to NHL teams.
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Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
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.
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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.
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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 endear
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As the search drags on, the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners on Tuesday commended police for their efforts after weeks of shooting incidents brought international attention to the city’s gun violence problem as thousands of soccer fans visit for the FIFA World Cup.
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In a news release announcing the arrest, Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter expressed condolences to the family and commended the professionalism of the responding officers.
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Witt appeared to massage the inside of his knee and then, after being examined, remained in the game for the third out of the inning.
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To obtain the star’s glossy mane, massage a thin layer of the serum into your scalp twice daily.
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No doubt the Cady of this Cape Fear has the intelligence to try the same tactics, but one of the major ways the TV adaptation has distinguished itself from the movies — and has, finally, gotten itself into a groove — is that Cady has worked to ingratiate himself with the Bowdens.
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The interview is also likely to touch on how Epstein was able to ingratiate himself with Gates just three years after pleading guilty to charges of soliciting a minor for prostitution.
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The report compliments the department for its training on policies regarding use of force, accountability and officer conduct.
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This approach compliments the story.
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In the premium tier are Royal Caribbean and the adults-only Virgin Voyages, which coaxes guests to party with a wink and a nod, hosting onboard events like the welcome Pajama Party and the popular, immersive Scarlet Night at least once per voyage.
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Nearly a decade ago, researchers who study what used to be called UFOs got a new burst of energy, thanks to whistleblowers who helped coax out classified information about the government’s search for life off Earth.
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Owens was begrudgingly congratulated by Hitler, but neither he nor the other Black medalists were ever even acknowledged by Roosevelt, who had also refused to endorse a boycott of the Games—an effort led by Black and Jewish organizations that opposed both Nazism and American segregation.
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In a clip shared on social media, a beaming Kolek could be seen trotting alongside the parade barricade, where scores of fans enthusiastically extended their hands to high-five the point guard and congratulate him.
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An honest summary would still pass the buck to the voters on a grossly dishonest scheme, but at least the voters might recognize a description that doesn’t cajole, coax and mislead them.
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After years of lobbying, cajoling – virtually pleading – state lawmakers back in 2024 finally granted the state Lottery an online presence.
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Quite literally worshipped by some extreme members of society.
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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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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endear. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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