1
as in inclined
having a liking or affection
even lots of city people are fond of country music
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2
as in affectionate
feeling or showing love
gave me a fond embrace upon parting
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3
as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
my fondest wish is to see my children marry well
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Recent Examples of fond
Phillips, Sinclair and Thomas spoke with PEOPLE once again about Perdomo — this time revealing their fondest memories with him.
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Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Does absence make the heart grow fonder?
—Tomi Obaro, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz has fond memories of playing at the US Open, having won his maiden grand slam title in New York back in 2022.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
In light of the very real chance that Claire's shuts all of it's 1,000+ stores in the next coming months, the Parents editors shared our most fond memories inside the purple walls.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 4 Sep. 2025
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Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Does absence make the heart grow fonder?
—Tomi Obaro, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz has fond memories of playing at the US Open, having won his maiden grand slam title in New York back in 2022.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
In light of the very real chance that Claire's shuts all of it's 1,000+ stores in the next coming months, the Parents editors shared our most fond memories inside the purple walls.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fond
Adjective
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The coaches may be even less inclined to start Comrie more if the defense struggles without Samberg.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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If the labor market shows signs of resiliency, the central bank may be less inclined to cut its benchmark rate.—
Sean Conlon,Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But there are affectionate moments.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
29 Sep. 2025
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Denise – scrappy, sarcastic, and clever – at first was hostile towards Steven, but that passionate annoyance later evolved into teasing, affectionate companionship.—
Sarah John,
Vulture,
24 Sep. 2025
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And though all that is paired with expansive ceilings, towering pillars, and New York City skyline frescos, the space is rather cozy, an ideal place to take a loved one for a spot of tea.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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My heart is with his family and loved ones.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The plan of the building’s new owners, Thirty-First and Main LLC, is to demolish it along with three attached buildings, likely before Friday, Oct 24, when the city streetcar extension opens to the public.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
30 Sep. 2025
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There’s also an attached three-car garage out front.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
25 Sep. 2025
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Set to debut on the streamer on January 9, 2026, the film follows free-spirited Poppy (Bader) and routine-loving Alex (Blyth), who have been unlikely best friends for a decade, living in different cities but spending every summer vacation together.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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According to the rescue, Cody has shown himself to be a gentle and loving dog who thrives on human companionship.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This means the earthly remains of the beloved saint will bring thousands of visitors to honor the saint's life of virtue and ask for her prayers.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The department has requested copies of voter rolls, often with nonpublic information like partial Social Security numbers, from dozens of states.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Quality testing lab to come The project opened with partial demolition of structures in 2022.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Patriots’ pass coverage without Christian Gonzalez, their atrocious inside linebacker play and roller-coaster special teams, which give any adoring fan a heart attack at a moment’s notice.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
16 Sep. 2025
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Chicharito also benefitted from his market placement in LA, in his case mainly due to the proximity to an adoring Mexican fanbase throughout Southern California.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Fond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fond. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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