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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as in pouts
a state of resentful silence or irritability
the teenager stalked off in a pet after being refused permission to go the movies
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as in beloved
granted special treatment or attention
spent my free time on my pet project
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as in to pat
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
a cat who loves to be petted
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Recent Examples of pet
John Wenzel, Denver Post, 25 June 2025
Google goes further than competitors with its ability to detect the same person (or pet) over the course of a lifetime.
—PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Shares of the pet retailer slipped 1.61% before the opening bell.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 25 June 2025
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
While a young daughter eagerly petted the dog, her younger brother got close and then backed away.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Noun
As a rule of thumb, be sure to leave your pets, booze, drones and weapons at home, and don’t forget to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 25 June 2025
Google goes further than competitors with its ability to detect the same person (or pet) over the course of a lifetime.
—PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
Adjective
Take the quiz here … THAT'S RUFF – Coffee-shop customer sparks online debate after ignoring pet policy with dog in chair.
—FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Shares of the pet retailer slipped 1.61% before the opening bell.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 25 June 2025
Verb
The delighted couple welcomed the dog and started petting her.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
While a young daughter eagerly petted the dog, her younger brother got close and then backed away.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pet
Adjective
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The Holocaust, the fight against segregation, assassinations of beloved public figures, the war on terror, the pandemic.—
Dr. Richard Fichman,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2025
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At Sweet Bliss Bakery With a range from turtle brownies to lavender blueberry cheesecake, Sweet Bliss Bakery is a beloved spot for all things sweet in Nelson County.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
Verb
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If raw red onion is too strong for you, let the slices soak in ice water for 15 to 30 minutes before draining, patting dry, and adding to the salad.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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As the last step, pat at the white satin sneakers with a paper towel, and leave them to dry overnight.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
25 June 2025
Verb
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In the now-viral video, Otis lies limp and unimpressed while his dad, Jake, strokes his leg with a concerned arm around him.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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These conversations showed me how easily a line of code can stroke an ego, calm anxiety, and mimic devotion.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
23 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
Adjective
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Below, an edit of Vogue’s favorite Omnilux LED devices to aid your glow ahead of your nuptials.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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The actress received a $50 million grant to distribute to her favorite charities, including her own, the Eva Longoria Foundation.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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There are so very many precious things under attack in this American moment; consider the bronze bust of King that the president recently had removed from the Oval Office.—
Michael Pfleger,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2025
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Sometimes protecting your precious gear is just as important as protecting yourself.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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Honorees will be inducted into the Arkansas Hall of Fame during a special event in the fall.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
26 June 2025
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Each man was then sent special moose-hunting regulations, zone maps, instructions on field-dressing, numbered back tags, bottles for moose-blood samples, and several other items.—
Jack O'Connor,
Outdoor Life,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Who wouldn’t buy anything O’Connor, with his darling secret smile, tells them?—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
23 May 2025
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The Allwood Timberline Cabin Tiny House caught our eye for a few noteworthy reasons, namely the darling front porch that’s perfect for lounging.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pet. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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