1
as in inclined
having a liking or affection
even lots of city people are fond of country music
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as in affectionate
feeling or showing love
gave me a fond embrace upon parting
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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
Time spent in the resort town, located roughly 15 miles south of Bend, is still one of my fondest childhood memories.
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Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
Brunson, who was born in August 1996, has fond memories from those days.
—Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Again, Spielberg uses an alien-like figure to reflect our humanity, though in a far more heartbreaking way, as David’s fondest wish is temporarily granted as a sort of deathbed vision for the entirety of the human race.
—Jesse Hassenger, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
The current Princess of Wales, for example, seems particularly fond of the contrast between the bold colors of her outfits and bright white of lapels and cuffs; just look at the photos taken at Trooping the Colour 2025.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
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Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
Brunson, who was born in August 1996, has fond memories from those days.
—Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Again, Spielberg uses an alien-like figure to reflect our humanity, though in a far more heartbreaking way, as David’s fondest wish is temporarily granted as a sort of deathbed vision for the entirety of the human race.
—Jesse Hassenger, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
The current Princess of Wales, for example, seems particularly fond of the contrast between the bold colors of her outfits and bright white of lapels and cuffs; just look at the photos taken at Trooping the Colour 2025.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fond
Adjective
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In the early stages of a relationship, self-expansion is largely automatic, as new partners are most inclined at this point to learn about each other’s unfamiliar interests, social circles, habits and ideas.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The urban-inclined may prefer the commute from New York City.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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The couple were affectionate while walking the red carpet together as well as while inside the venue.—
Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Along the way, the animal attracts plenty of delighted squeals, affectionate greetings and eager requests from passersby for a photo together.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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How can there be so much life bursting around you when your loved one has died?—
Liz Shulman,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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It’s chosen to mark a milestone, celebrate an achievement, or share a meaningful experience with friends and loved ones.—
Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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According to Ars, the PrK module will be decommissioned and no longer pressurized until that happens, which could greatly limit the use of its attached dock.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
18 June 2026
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Additionally, the building has access to an attached garage.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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David and Victoria Beckham penned Father's Day posts that doubled as an olive branch message to estranged son Brooklyn, who was included in the loving photographs despite the family rift.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Former first lady Michelle Obama delivered a loving and heartfelt tribute to her husband at the Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony in Chicago Thursday.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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The vampire at the center of Rice’s beloved novels has flirted with music before.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Keeping hope alive With their voices loud and signs up high, BCSB leaders, parents, and supporters rallied Thursday in an effort to keep their beloved school open.—
Dennis Valera,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Marshall, a Boston-area native who now lives in Queens, allegedly repeatedly failed to pay her workers or gave them only partial payments.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The aftermath of the heist sparked multiple partial closures, delayed openings, and staff strikes this past December and January, with staff saying they are overworked and understaffed and that the museum needed greater investment in its infrastructure.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
17 June 2026
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Mom and daughter share adoring glances at an event to celebrate International Women's Day in London.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But a falling out with former owner Glen Taylor kept him from returning to his ‘Sota to give adoring fans another chance to thank him for 14 seasons with No. 21 on his back and Minnesota in his heart.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Fond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fond. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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