doted on

Example Sentences

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Of course, ABC would make one of its core players the gauzy focus of a post-Oscars special, doted on by many of the 22 women who came before Paul.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Known to the children as “aunty” or “grandma,” Johnson would treat them to dips in the pool at the Raffles and doted on them at the center.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

His 69-year-old mother doted on him, cooking for him, rubbing his feet, and praying with him.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

Their son was going to be a rock for Finley, but the baby is now an only child with no memory of the brother who doted on him.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

She doted on changing hats at every opportunity.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman