1
as in to adore
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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2
as in to treasure
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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3
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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4
as in to caress
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the baby responded to my caresses and kisses by loving me right back
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as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
her love for her children was truly selfless
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2
as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
she is the love of my life
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as in liking
positive regard for something
a love of chocolate, which I will pay anything to indulge
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4
as in affaire
a brief romantic relationship
he refused to discuss past loves
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Recent Examples of love
The Star, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2025
Everyone who tried this recipe loved the balance of the creamy ice cream, juicy strawberries, and slightly bitter wine sauce.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 30 June 2025
Here are three things emotionally healthy couples do — often without even realizing it — that lay the groundwork for enduring love.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Verb
The teen would love a family that shows up to cheer him on at all his events.
—The Star, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2025
Everyone who tried this recipe loved the balance of the creamy ice cream, juicy strawberries, and slightly bitter wine sauce.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Noun
However, her love for imagery and world-building persisted.
—Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 30 June 2025
Here are three things emotionally healthy couples do — often without even realizing it — that lay the groundwork for enduring love.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for love
Verb
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His final appearance at Allianz Parque against Sporting Cristal in May was marked with the emotional presentation of a poster and a plaque, a goal and an assist, and a standing ovation from his adoring fans.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Those more interested in a classic floral scent, however, will adore Gucci Bloom—a sophisticated blend of tuberose, jasmine, and Rangoon creeper.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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Sink Into a Hot Stone Bath For as long as anyone can remember, Bhutanese have treasured hot stone baths.—
JOE YOGERST,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Luca and Gerardo treasure their parents' heritage with joy and dedication.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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Diano enjoyed an impressive senior season and credited USA Powerlifting coach Brent Guillen, American Heritage-Delray coach Rachel Batista and strength and conditioning coach Lyndon Bell.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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Turks and Caicos is a trendy spot to enjoy gorgeous blue waters and incredible beaches.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Verb
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There’s a shot of Michele caressing her face, and another of Christopher fingering his wedding ring.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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But Gallardo clandestinely documented her experience there; in the exhibition, a short, lo-fi video shows her hands slowly caressing those of Estela, an ailing senior citizen and former street worker who lived at Casa Xochiquetzal.—
Fabiola Iza,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Just like the character of Noah, however, Cathy’s grandfather didn’t give up, continuing to write her grandmother letters of affection every day.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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This wasn't my first foray into algorithmic affection.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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Despite the mockumentary being a critical darling, the premium cable network axed the comedy series after one season.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
27 June 2025
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Theranos, once a darling of Silicon Valley, promised to revolutionize blood testing.—
Oscar Chavez-Arrieta,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Sear in a hot pan coated in a thin layer of oil until the meat is browned to your liking.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 June 2025
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And that there are fewer and fewer reporters doing them, even as governments and others hire more and more flaks to spin events to their liking.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
10 June 2025
Verb
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Think of hunters and fishers, farmers and ranchers, mountain bikers and horseback riders, campers and birders who all cherish open lands–whatever their politics.—
T. A. Barron,
Denver Post,
26 June 2025
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Canney says early-career workers especially should cherish that time, because the best learning happens when people are in the same room.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
25 June 2025
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“Love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/love. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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