affectionate

Example Sentences

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Their relationship was deeply affectionate and equally complex.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

George’s cluckingly affectionate aunt wants to enfold Hedda in a tradition that would consign her to the role of wife and mother.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

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

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

Iglesias's former manager Fernan Martinez told Telecinco that he was "very affectionate" and enjoyed "physical contact" but stressed he never saw the music icon "behave aggressively".

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

My foolish, shallow, affectionate pets, with their obsessions with feathers and parties, nearly break my heart with their good-bye.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins