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affectionate

[uh-fek-shuh-nit] / əˈfɛk ʃə nɪt /


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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

News channel YTN lavished praise on Kang's "heartfelt message to Korea", referring to the movie by its affectionate shorthand "Kedehun", a combination of the title's first three syllables.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Their relationship was deeply affectionate and equally complex.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

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

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Will leaned back in his chair and an affectionate smile came on his face.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck