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cherish

[cher-ish] / ˈtʃɛr ɪʃ /


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Certainly many “Little House” fans cherish the novels’ central role in their childhood, too; the book series has sold more than 60 million copies since they were first published in the 1930s and ’40s.

From Salon Jul. 11, 2026

But I do cherish thoughts of snorkeling with playful sea lion pups.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

"What I experienced today, I'm going to cherish for the rest of my life," Fery said.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

I have never heard them engage in a “quality of life” discussion and am certain they cherish every breath they take.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

But why should so many of us cherish the illusion of having made a personal choice in art when in fact we have not?

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson

The singer unknowingly provided the soundtrack for that "first drive home that every parent cherishes".

From BBC Mar. 12, 2026

It is a relationship he prizes and cherishes.

From BBC Jan. 23, 2026

One small-business owner cherishes Mr. Diamond’s many sad songs, which he enjoys listening to on the anniversary of his wife’s death.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 24, 2025

And in a must-read essay, he writes that it’s a role he cherishes, but one that also has taken a physical, financial and mental toll.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 29, 2025

If there is any one amongst you who cherishes my freedom, Oliver Tambo cherishes it more, and I know that he would give his life to see me free.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

So tell us about your most cherished memory of the 2026 World Cup in L.A. so far.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

In our recent meeting, I said, “Lindsey is a great friend of Israel and a cherished friend of mine. We have no better friend than Lindsey.”

From Salon Jul. 12, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said: "Lindsey is a great friend of Israel and a cherished friend of mine."

From Barron's Jul. 12, 2026

Moments like these are ones to be cherished.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

Nana cherished each blue-and-white porcelain piece, the graceful curve of the pot’s spout, the hand-painted finches and chrysanthemums, the dragon on the sugar bowl, meant to ward off evil.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini

Accepting that reality is helpful, as is cherishing what good moments they have.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 10, 2026

Although I love a classic recipe, I wanted baking inspiration that would make me rethink everything I knew about the ones I grew up cherishing.

From Salon Dec. 13, 2025

“His was a life lived with passion, a life that exemplified the beauty of pursuing one’s dreams and the importance of cherishing every moment,” the family said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 15, 2025

What keeps the story sweet is the chemistry between Cannavale and Fitzgerald, who build a bond worth cherishing.

From New York Times May 30, 2024

Every time a letter arrives from her sisters, Suzi and Dina, she reads it over and over, cherishing every word.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar




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