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as in favorites
a person or thing that is preferred over others
for a while that candidate was the darling of the news media and could do no wrong
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as in sweethearts
a person with whom one is in love
anything you say, darling
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Recent Examples of darlings
For example, companies like Root and Dave, once fintech darlings, found themselves in the doldrums at the beginning of the year.
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Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Sanders is expected to be one of the darlings of next year’s rookie premiere, which introduces select first-year players to the league’s business and marketing partners.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Enter synthetic data—one of the newest darlings of this year.
—Gautam Mehra, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The films include familiar favorites, critical darlings and yes, blockbusters too.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Some tech darlings may have the luxury of waiting, but others are under more pressure.
—Bob Pisani, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
See yourself with crystal clarity and kill the darlings keeping you small.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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
As a result, the editorial team, in conjunction with Scott and the producing team, had to kill their figurative darlings, including a scene where Nielsen’s Lucilla bids adieu to her deceased husband, Acacius (Pedro Pascal).
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Nov. 2024
Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Sanders is expected to be one of the darlings of next year’s rookie premiere, which introduces select first-year players to the league’s business and marketing partners.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Enter synthetic data—one of the newest darlings of this year.
—Gautam Mehra, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The films include familiar favorites, critical darlings and yes, blockbusters too.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Some tech darlings may have the luxury of waiting, but others are under more pressure.
—Bob Pisani, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
See yourself with crystal clarity and kill the darlings keeping you small.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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
As a result, the editorial team, in conjunction with Scott and the producing team, had to kill their figurative darlings, including a scene where Nielsen’s Lucilla bids adieu to her deceased husband, Acacius (Pedro Pascal).
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for darlings
Noun
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After a day of exploring the trails through the surrounding forest, cook some camping favorites in the communal kitchen and retire to your cabin for fika—get your cardamom buns at Falu Bröd and Patisserie in town—and a good book.—
Maggie Fuller,
AFAR Media,
3 Jan. 2025
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Pepper since, in recent years, Revolver and Abbey Road have surged ahead as fan favorites in the Beatles' catalog.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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The couple were high school sweethearts and went on to elope in 1989 at the height of Bon Jovi's fame.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
Fox News,
27 Dec. 2024
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With unfinished business between the former childhood sweethearts, plus the presence of Nevile’s new wife, tensions are running high.—
Lily Ford,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Dec. 2024
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For lovers of thoughtful accessories, two of Amberjack's most recent designs encapsulate their commitment to defining what dress-casual footwear can be.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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This is a moment when food lovers can expect the kind of artistic innovation that could reverberate for years to come.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Darlings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/darlings. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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