affectionate

Example Sentences

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As a bonus, she even offers up her cheek for a peck, which is as affectionate as things get between them.

From Los Angeles Times

‘The Pitt’ and ‘Industry’ make their eagerly anticipated returns, ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ proves a wonderfully weird zombie romp, Mel Brooks gets an affectionate documentary tribute, and much, much more.

From The Wall Street Journal

He describes Abril as a "lovely, generous, affectionate person who loved flowers and was always trying to solve other people's problems".

From BBC

And taking a seat next to Aunt Kitty, he gave my arm an affectionate punch.

From Literature

Once it was just her and Harry left, she revealed her identity as a faithful, shooting Harry an affectionate, trusting, reassuring look.

From BBC