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Recent Examples of lovingly
The remaining images included the happy couple lovingly embracing one another.
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Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Capanna Gambarogno Perched dramatically at the top of the region’s namesake mountain, Capanna Gambarogno is a former military barracks that’s been lovingly restored by former Swiss Olympic snowboard coach Pepe Regazzi and converted into a cozy alpine hut accommodation for adventurers.
—Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
Walker conceived his lexicon as a lovingly ironic send-up of comic-strip conventions.
—Cullen Murphy, Air Mail, 20 Sep. 2025
Set in his native Scotland and lovingly photographed, the film tantalizes even without a terribly original story.
—Stephen Farber, HollywoodReporter, 15 Sep. 2025
But this production is lovingly directed, performed and rendered, with wonderful choreography by Katie Banville, costumes by Elisa Benzoni, sound by Matt Lescault Wood and lighting by Amanda Zieve.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
An exceptional 60-piece jewelry collection lovingly amassed by one very discerning international collector will be auctioned off at Sotheby’s New York on December 8.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The first engagement photo shows Travis proposing on bended knee as Swift lovingly rests one hand on his face.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 29 Aug. 2025
In what will be remembered as one of the pop culture moments of the decade, Swift and Kelce delivered the good news via a joint Instagram post, sharing a photo of the footballer down on one knee as Swift lovingly cradles his face.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2025
Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Capanna Gambarogno Perched dramatically at the top of the region’s namesake mountain, Capanna Gambarogno is a former military barracks that’s been lovingly restored by former Swiss Olympic snowboard coach Pepe Regazzi and converted into a cozy alpine hut accommodation for adventurers.
—Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
Walker conceived his lexicon as a lovingly ironic send-up of comic-strip conventions.
—Cullen Murphy, Air Mail, 20 Sep. 2025
Set in his native Scotland and lovingly photographed, the film tantalizes even without a terribly original story.
—Stephen Farber, HollywoodReporter, 15 Sep. 2025
But this production is lovingly directed, performed and rendered, with wonderful choreography by Katie Banville, costumes by Elisa Benzoni, sound by Matt Lescault Wood and lighting by Amanda Zieve.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
An exceptional 60-piece jewelry collection lovingly amassed by one very discerning international collector will be auctioned off at Sotheby’s New York on December 8.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The first engagement photo shows Travis proposing on bended knee as Swift lovingly rests one hand on his face.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 29 Aug. 2025
In what will be remembered as one of the pop culture moments of the decade, Swift and Kelce delivered the good news via a joint Instagram post, sharing a photo of the footballer down on one knee as Swift lovingly cradles his face.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovingly
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The district remains committed to ensuring all athletic competitions are conducted safely and respectfully.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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At its best, the workplace can hone these same skills, teaching people to present ideas and speak publicly, disagree respectfully for the common good and make decisions collaboratively.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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How much does pure profit offset the books in PSR/financial fair play positively?—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Impact on the labor and tech sector Several tech executives have responded positively to the new fee.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
23 Sep. 2025
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Speaking from his longtime home in La Quinta, near Palm Springs, Reid chuckled appreciatively when reminded of the late Franklin’s praise for him.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Longart spoke admiringly about Kirk’s ability to attract a diverse group of mourners.—
Enrique Limón,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Lovingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovingly. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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