1
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
my fondness for you will never fail
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as in liking
positive regard for something
I have a fondness for expensive chocolate
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Recent Examples of fondness
But German tuners have a fondness for this sort of thing, Mansory being the most prominent.
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 29 July 2025
Despite the challenges that come with traveling, Blair has a fondness for exploring new places and trying new foods.
—Logan Holland, People.com, 24 July 2025
Episode 25 features them at a one-on-one picnic date, putting their giggly fondness for each other on full display.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 9 July 2025
Though perhaps less visibly transformative than some of its feminine counterparts, the silk shirt is nonetheless emblematic of Versace’s fondness for ostentatious design (many were adorned with the house’s signature Barocco print).
—Zoe Whitfield, CNN Money, 15 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fondness
Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 29 July 2025
Despite the challenges that come with traveling, Blair has a fondness for exploring new places and trying new foods.
—Logan Holland, People.com, 24 July 2025
Episode 25 features them at a one-on-one picnic date, putting their giggly fondness for each other on full display.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 9 July 2025
Though perhaps less visibly transformative than some of its feminine counterparts, the silk shirt is nonetheless emblematic of Versace’s fondness for ostentatious design (many were adorned with the house’s signature Barocco print).
—Zoe Whitfield, CNN Money, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fondness
Noun
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Playfulness keeps your connection light yet strong, helping love become more resilient over time.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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These babies were made out of love, out of presence, out of care and intention.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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Return the pan to the oven and cook 5 minutes more or until the cheese is melted and browned to your liking.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Aug. 2025
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Make sure to hit the selection of serious salsas to finish them off to your liking and grab a mezcal from the adjacent ReyRey bar.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Having witnessed Axel's affection firsthand, Ollie's staff members are perplexed that the pup hasn't found his forever home, despite searching for an adopter for over a year.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Leah Fry, 29, was not ready for the adorable and loving words her toddler, Selah, would say in a moment that beautifully captured the child's deep and innocent affection.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
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Equally, many of the goods that Switzerland exports to the US, do not have competitors there (Swiss chocolate, watches and more importantly specialized industrial goods which are used by the likes of Boeing).—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Analysts from the likes of JP Morgan, Deutsche Bank and investment bank Jefferies expressed some concern about the second half of the year, though, noting more discounting, high inventories and lagging consumer sentiment.—
Cathrin Schaer,
Footwear News,
6 Aug. 2025
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What brings the biggest purpose and passion to your days lately?—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Investors with an appetite for lithium and other battery metals such as nickel and cobalt have been hoping for a recovery since prices started to collapse three years ago, eventually dragging lithium down by 80% and forcing mine closures around the world.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Ingredients in Kind’s GLP-1 Patches include berberine, pomegranate, and L-glutamine extract, all of which have been shown to aid in the production of GLP-1, a naturally occurring hormone that regulates appetite.—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
9 Aug. 2025
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“Fondness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fondness. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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