1
as in valuable
commanding a large price
caviar has always been among the dearest of foods
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2
as in beloved
granted special treatment or attention
spared no expense when caring for and feeding her dear little dog
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3
as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a dear friend that I would do anything for
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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love
I love you, dear
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Recent Examples of dear
Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Great patriot and dear friend Dan Bongino has just been named Deputy Director of the FBI.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Mead Gruver, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2024
The ad did little good for his daughter in a deep-red state that once held the Cheney family dear but is now thoroughly in Trump’s corner.
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
The compartmentalization of conflict with Russia would serve a core U.S. interest, one that is dear to Trump: the prevention of a nuclear exchange between the United States and Russia.
—Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Great patriot and dear friend Dan Bongino has just been named Deputy Director of the FBI.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Noun
Advertisement The ad did little good for his daughter in a deep-red state that once held the Cheney family dear but is now thoroughly in Trump’s corner.
—Mead Gruver, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2024
The ad did little good for his daughter in a deep-red state that once held the Cheney family dear but is now thoroughly in Trump’s corner.
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dear
Adjective
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The time was too valuable to waste, especially with so many younger players entering the league.—
Doug Haller,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Who would think that fermenting a foul-smelling pile of poop could generate a valuable stream of natural gas?—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Reports confirm that the beloved songstress was involved in a tragic car accident early this morning in Montgomery, Alabama, following a performance.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
2 Mar. 2025
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The casting of the Black actor Halle Bailey and the half-Colombian Rachel Zegler as two beloved Disney princesses—Ariel and Snow White, respectively—in live-action remakes has made both women targets of conservative ire.—
Mayukh Sen,
The Atlantic,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Along with Chip’s adventures around the park, Joanna added several adorable clips of the couple’s youngest child, Crew, 6, enjoying Disney World, from hopping on the roller coasters to watching the fireworks show with his parents.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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TikTokers were quick to share their excitement over Molly's adorable new ride.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Nvidia — The artificial intelligence darling ticked up about 1% after Nvidia reported earnings and revenue that surpassed Wall Street estimates in the fourth-quarter .—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning, a darling of the awards season, has been nominated for Best Actress, where her competition includes Monica Dolan (Mr Bates), Anna Maxwell Martin (Ludwig), Ambika Mod (One Day), and Katherine Parkinson (Rivals).—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The United States is one of the most expensive countries for higher education.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2025
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The Seeds of Love (1989) Tears For Fears took four years and spent over a million pounds (equivalent to roughly $4 million U.S. dollars in 2025) to record The Seeds of Love, a quirky and expensive follow up to a blockbuster in the tradition of Fleetwood Mac’s Tusk.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There are a lot of meltdowns and a lot of really emotional moments, but also a lot of really tender and sweet moments with her son — and some really complicated scenes with her husband, Clive.—
Patrick Brzeski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
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Several of Kotb's followers commented their support and enthusiasm for the sweet video.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Miss Boots is a healthy 11-year-old sweetheart that loves playing and curling up right next to you on the couch or bed.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 Feb. 2025
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Howard married Cheryl Alley, his high school sweetheart, in 1975.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The threat of tariffs on gold has spurred U.S. banks, investors and traders to shift the precious metal into the Commodities Exchange Centre and other vaults in New York, when it would otherwise usually be stored in London.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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But a recent stay at the Hard Rock Rivera Maya brought an even more precious commodity, rest and relaxation.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Dear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dear. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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