beloved

Example Sentences

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But every year, as wrapping paper detonates across the living room and a small mountain of objects emerges—some beloved, some baffling—I have the same unseasonal thought: This is wildly inefficient.

From The Wall Street Journal

Granola bundled with a bag of coffee beans from a beloved local shop.

From Salon

"Thank you for everything. You were a deeply respected and beloved teacher," the mother of one student wrote.

From Barron's

During the one-of-a-kind showing at San Diego’s Civic Theatre, Hawk appeared in multiple scenes of the beloved holiday ballet, entertaining audiences with tricks while in costume.

From Los Angeles Times

Throughout treatment, Sophie's beloved dog Bonnie was by her side whenever she was at home.

From BBC