as in commends
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 endears
Andor is cheeky and has charisma, which endears him to Sàri.
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Adam Solomons, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2025
Adam Solomons, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endears
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Broncos head coach Sean Payton regularly commends Lazzaro’s work, both in terms of on-field data and research, and also in the scouting and draft realms.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Aug. 2025
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Steve gently coaxes him back to school, where the film crew is causing havoc.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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After ordering his security detail to cut the feed on all his cameras, Prater captures Harrison at gunpoint and coaxes Dexter to return to the wine room.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
5 Sep. 2025
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The smokiness compliments the meal very well.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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That's a statement that also indirectly compliments the director for pulling off the miracle.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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During a standout setpiece at the restaurant — opened after hours for the celebrity couple, to the bristling resentment of the staff — Tony sufficiently ingratiates himself with the Americans that Jack agrees to read Amin’s script.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
13 Aug. 2025
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The firm has now revisited the model with a new open interior layout that flatters the small space and is designed for short stays or for use as a rental.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Endears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endears. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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