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as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others the teacher's pet was always getting special privileges

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pet

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noun (2)

pet

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adjective

pet

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verb

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Recent Examples of pet
Noun
The weather service said there will be moderate heat risk for most of the region and urged people to remain hydrated with water and electrolytes and not to leave children or pets unattended in a car. Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025 Some people shouldn't have pets. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
This year, categories were expanded to include more sub-genres of pet photography including Action, Canine Portrait, Creative, Documentary, Equine Portrait, Feline Portrait, Open Portrait and Pets and People. Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 The online pet retailer added 2%, after its 16% drop on Wednesday. Fred Imbert, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
In a another moment, Sharon is seen gently petting a bird, followed by a playful scene where another bird perches atop Kelly’s winter hat. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 13 Sep. 2025 Feed pets indoors whenever possible. Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pet
Adjective
  • In the Season 1 finale, the Game Maker seemed to be two steps ahead of Morgan and Adam, and even kidnapped their beloved coworker Detective Lev Osman (Deniz Akdeniz), horrifyingly leaving him trapped at the bottom of a pool.
    Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Joined by beloved Hallmark guest judges each week, one contestant will be sent 'home for the holidays,' while the winner lands a leading role in one of this year's Countdown to Christmas movies.
    Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Canales patted his head and tried to say something to him, but Young kept walking, then angrily slammed his helmet down.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Drying Tips After washing, make sure to pat the sweet potatoes dry with a clean towel or paper towels.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • In fact, those wages are so low that families must send their own money into prison to help support their loved one.
    Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Charlie Kirk's murder is sick and reprehensible, and our thoughts are with his family, children, and loved ones.
    Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Wendy sits across from her and begins to stroke Lizzo’s palms with the tips of her aqua-and-pink acrylic nails.
    Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
  • But Rivera stroked into center field to end the game.
    Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Watch Maria on Netflix The Piano Lesson In Malcolm Washington's feature directorial debut, The Piano Lesson delves into the Charles family's struggle with a heavy decision surrounding their cherished heirloom piano.
    Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Even Roosevelt, the city’s most cherished school, has been vacant since 2019 and fallen into disrepair.
    Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Young Pope star was seen caressing Coan’s back and whispering in her ear.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • In photos the pop superstar shared, Kelce could be seen down on one knee as Swift caressed his face during the intimate moment.
    Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Batons, sticks, pipes, and small arms are among their favorite weapons.
    Sean Durns, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Style it with a mini skirt and boots, biker shorts and sneakers, or your favorite jeans and T-shirt.
    Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • There were precious few protesters in Windsor, too.
    Amanda Castro Hannah Parry Shane Croucher Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
  • My precious Nola is in middle school now.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2025

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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pet. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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