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to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)
They endeared themselves to the whole town.
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Recent Examples of endears
This is what endears Harvey to teammates like Steele, who also runs a business, Nova Sites, which builds websites, with fellow seniors Carson Loughlin and Ethan Brock.
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Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s an obvious selflessness with Lehkonen that endears him to teammates and fans alike.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026
This endears it to the White House, even though the current German government has sharply curtailed immigration.
—Trudy Rubin, Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2025
When Jon and Marjorie talk without Tess present, there’s a trace of conspiracy that both endears us to them and elicits our sympathy for poor, fraught Tess.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
Van Dyke's undeniable charisma is what endears him to audiences, Danson noted.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
This is the Opry that endears itself to the artists who play it.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2025
But his unconventional and physical style of play as a 6-foot-2, 235-pound quarterback is what endears him to them on the field.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
Their rugged endurance is what endears Jeeps to car-lovers with a sense of history and who appreciate the significance of a vehicle that defined an indefatigable generation.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s an obvious selflessness with Lehkonen that endears him to teammates and fans alike.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026
This endears it to the White House, even though the current German government has sharply curtailed immigration.
—Trudy Rubin, Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2025
When Jon and Marjorie talk without Tess present, there’s a trace of conspiracy that both endears us to them and elicits our sympathy for poor, fraught Tess.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
Van Dyke's undeniable charisma is what endears him to audiences, Danson noted.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
This is the Opry that endears itself to the artists who play it.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2025
But his unconventional and physical style of play as a 6-foot-2, 235-pound quarterback is what endears him to them on the field.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
Their rugged endurance is what endears Jeeps to car-lovers with a sense of history and who appreciate the significance of a vehicle that defined an indefatigable generation.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endears
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Ogilvie commends Randhawa for his proactive approach to bringing back Old Sugar Mill.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Clayton commends Salley’s vulnerability and offers her a rose to stay on her season.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The center also has hydrotherapy chairs where athletes can lie as a jet of water, similar but much stronger than the jets in a jacuzzi, massages them.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Nov. 2025
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In a viral video shared on Instagram last Sunday under the username @whiskeytoller, the gray kitty can be seen hanging around his brother, Oakley, as his mom massages the injured area, doing his best to show his love and support.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Amid these absurdities, Manuel coaxes out the cruelty of the resort’s hierarchies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
4 Feb. 2026
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After all, the way FanDuel coaxes a prediction customer onto its online sportsbook or icasino will look very different from Robinhood working to persuade a predictions trader to try trading equities.—
Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
17 Dec. 2025
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On the communication system that reaches everyone, Krispel congratulates cast and crew on a good show, reminds them that curtain is at 7 tomorrow, asks them to drive safely.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
4 Dec. 2025
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At the tip meeting, Sandy congratulates the interior team and, in so many gentle words, tells the deck team to do better.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In his own confessional interview, Jordan compliments Kirk’s appearance.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
4 Feb. 2026
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Lead Bartender Breann Anzar has created an impressive cocktail program that compliments Chef Lindsey’s exquisite menu.—
David Duran,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In a matter of days, Adam ingratiates himself with each member of the Tanner clan.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Nov. 2025
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After Polly ingratiates herself within the Morales family, Caitlyn starts noticing some disturbing behaviors.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Instead of opting for skintight jeans, 2026 can be the year of straight-leg denim that still flatters a wide range of body types but with a little more forgiveness.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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The sleek, tapered shape draws the eye downward, creating a streamlined look that flatters your figure.—
Shelby Comroe,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Emily cajoles Sylvie into a meeting with Nico and Marcello.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2025
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Guardiola, usually a manager who passionately cajoles his players on the sidelines, cut a far more demure figure in the second half.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Endears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endears. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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