affectionate

Example Sentences

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Their relationship was deeply affectionate and equally complex.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

“We’re known for being very romantic, affectionate people,” she explains.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

As a bonus, she even offers up her cheek for a peck, which is as affectionate as things get between them.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

He describes Abril as a "lovely, generous, affectionate person who loved flowers and was always trying to solve other people's problems".

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

The children loved it dearly and had given it an affectionate name: Tootsy.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith