affectionate

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“My wife, Francesca Mari, was the one who said that I should dedicate myself to writing — if I wanted to pursue it,” Mahajan says in a thoughtful, affectionate tone.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Narrated by Liev Schreiber, this five-part series is an affectionate and amusing look at the sport and its colorful participants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Osbourne's widow, Sharon, and daughter Kelly, then took to the stage to deliver an affectionate eulogy.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

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

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

She gave his green skull an affectionate tap and let him curl into the heat of her hip.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill