cherished
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“For over 1,000 episodes of television, the great James Burrows set a standard of comedy directing that will be cherished and studied for generations to come,” Curtis said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
"The Devil's Arrows are deeply cherished by local communities, and we're delighted that this discovery adds a new chapter to their story."
From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026
Devi has used many years’ worth of meager birthday savings to send away for college-admissions materials, which she has cherished “like secret and holy things” and stowed carefully under her cot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
Shortly after that, Parton became one of America’s most cherished stars and the queen of holiday specials long before Mariah Carey laid claim to Christmas.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
She later framed the cherished relic with dried flowers that had decorated Abraham Lincoln’s coffin at the White House funeral.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
