calf-loves

noun

plural of calf-love
as in puppy loves

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  1. passions
  2. entanglements
Noun
  • Parents are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions to help students understand their passions and future aspirations.
    — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
  • Having said that, when these two planets work together harmoniously, our affection, passions and desires are supported by effort and structure, allowing for things to take shape in a sustainable way.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
Definition of passions
Noun
  • Common threats include biotoxins, chemical contaminants, disease, and fishing gear entanglements, experts say.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
  • Speaking in Portugal this week, Warsh seemed keen to move the Fed through judicial entanglements and get on with the task at hand.
    — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 3 July 2026
Definition of entanglements
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“Calf-loves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calf-loves. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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