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
That said, viewers who have become fond of the dragons might not be thrilled about where this story is headed.
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 31 May 2026
Our beloved vegetable side dishes and fruit-forward desserts make up the very framework of our flavor memories, conjuring fond smiles with their bright colors and comforting flavors.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
Jamie concluded her tribute with a fond farewell to her sister.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 30 May 2026
Share a fond memory of their loved one.
—Julie Kaplow, USA Today, 30 May 2026
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 31 May 2026
Our beloved vegetable side dishes and fruit-forward desserts make up the very framework of our flavor memories, conjuring fond smiles with their bright colors and comforting flavors.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
Jamie concluded her tribute with a fond farewell to her sister.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 30 May 2026
Share a fond memory of their loved one.
—Julie Kaplow, USA Today, 30 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fond
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fond
Adjective
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Democratic voters are inclined to be skeptical, and to believe rumors that the group is funded by the same Israeli government that wanted the US to bomb Iran.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
1 June 2026
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Perhaps there's a fussy Phillies fan in footy pajamas who balks at the twice-daily ritual but might be more inclined to brush because Harper does it, as well.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Müller joins their ranks with these affectionate images.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The actress and estranged wife of actor Jason Biggs is stirring controversy on social media after sharing a pair of affectionate photos with her eldest son, Sid.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Are there healthy ways to prepare ourselves and our loved ones for the inevitable?—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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Instead, Pagano and Dozier suggest having gentle, boundary-setting conversations that might encourage a loved one to address their hoarding habits.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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There’s also an attached garage for two cars and a golf cart off a gleaming black driveway.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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The complex, which is the airport's first new facility in 60 years, includes a 5,000-square-foot terminal, a 20,000-square-foot heated hangar and an attached garage.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Even in the most loving new relationship, your partner is building her own connection with your children, not replacing their mother.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Marisol's sisters describe her as a devoted mother and a deeply loving person.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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The couples and connections that formed also became beloved by viewers, especially for the reunion of Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, who ultimately won that season.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Yes, the setting is shockingly similar to those in the beloved HBO comedy series, complete with a midcentury house and plenty of real-life influencers.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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Congress has already funded the rest of the Department of Homeland Security 's budget but funding for ICE and CBP were separated out during negotiations over immigration enforcement reforms to end the historic partial government shutdown.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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Ticket holders can either keep their existing tickets for the replacement performances — with partial refunds automatically issued because of the lower ticket price — or request full refunds through Etix by June 8.—
From Staff Reports,
Charlotte Observer,
3 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 8 Jun. 2026.
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