as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
her beloved cat sleeps in its own little bed
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
searching for some incredibly romantic spot in which to ask his beloved to marry him
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Recent Examples of beloved
Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Whereas 2023 gave audiences the final chapters of several beloved shows—Succession, Barry, Reservation Dogs—this year may have reminded them that Hollywood is still playing catch-up after the end of the dual writers’ and actors’ strikes.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
Holiday Pops This beloved holiday tradition features festive music, choral and dance ensembles performing with the Pops, as well as Broadway legend Norm Lewis.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024
Since then, he’s taken the cult label, beloved of art and fashion insiders under incredibly private founder Martin Margiela, to new heights.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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The 49-year-old broadcaster, who took over the beloved game show from veteran host Pat Sajak in September, showcased his breakdancing skills while chatting with contestants during a commercial break on Tuesday, December 10.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Whereas 2023 gave audiences the final chapters of several beloved shows—Succession, Barry, Reservation Dogs—this year may have reminded them that Hollywood is still playing catch-up after the end of the dual writers’ and actors’ strikes.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
Holiday Pops This beloved holiday tradition features festive music, choral and dance ensembles performing with the Pops, as well as Broadway legend Norm Lewis.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024
Since then, he’s taken the cult label, beloved of art and fashion insiders under incredibly private founder Martin Margiela, to new heights.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beloved
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With neo-soul producer Leon Michels behind the boards, Clairo furthers her shift from bedroom-pop darling to Brill Building revivalist.Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
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Best known for his collaborations with Allen, Brickman helped to pen cinematic gold with a trilogy of films that became both cult classics and critical darlings.Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Wojnarowski is married to his college sweetheart Amy, 54.Sean Neumann, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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In fact, Slater had been married to high school sweetheart Lilly Jay since 2018 and welcomed his first child with her sometime in 2022.Glamour, Glamour, 3 Dec. 2024
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Here are a few of my favorite rums that have hit store shelves in the last few months, all of which are worth your time.Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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These are our favorite travel adapters and chargers.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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Decked out for the holidays While the angel ornaments sit in a glass case, Donna holds two ornaments on the dining room Christmas tree dear.Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 14 Nov. 2024
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At a recent event raising money for the Men Wear Pink campaign and for the Cincinnati Friars Club, another charity dear to Altenau's heart, the ambassadors climbed on stage and sang her a song.Sharon Coolidge, The Enquirer, 23 Oct. 2024
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After a long day at work, making a meal from scratch might not seem like the most appealing way to spend your precious off-hours.Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, education, insurance, and precious metals were among the worst-performing subsectors.Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Beloved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beloved. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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