1
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
my fondness for you will never fail
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2
as in liking
positive regard for something
I have a fondness for expensive chocolate
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Recent Examples of fondness
Haaland, the Norwegian striker with a fondness for man-buns, Viking lore, and cow heart, has scored four goals in his first two World Cup games—two against Iraq on June 16, and another pair versus Senegal on Monday.
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Sean Gregory,
Time,
24 June 2026
What looks like fondness at the household level is, at the biological level, the expression of a social architecture that predates dogs entirely.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
In fact, second baseman Ozzie Albies, who’s been with the club since late in the 2017 season — the last of the club’s rebuild before its reemergence — didn’t shy away from expressing his fondness for this group.
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Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
21 June 2026
Born in Poland, Stankiewicz now calls Venice home, given her personal fondness for being near the water.
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Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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Sean Gregory,
Time,
24 June 2026
What looks like fondness at the household level is, at the biological level, the expression of a social architecture that predates dogs entirely.
—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
In fact, second baseman Ozzie Albies, who’s been with the club since late in the 2017 season — the last of the club’s rebuild before its reemergence — didn’t shy away from expressing his fondness for this group.
—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
21 June 2026
Born in Poland, Stankiewicz now calls Venice home, given her personal fondness for being near the water.
—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fondness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fondness
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But can this love story survive the Jackson ranch's shady dealings?
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Keep up with the arts, keep up with the love, and share a plate of food with your neighbor.
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Trump has aggressively pushed for lower interest rates, repeatedly berating former Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not decreasing borrowing costs to the president’s liking.
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Add the greens and/or vegetables, in stages as necessary, and toss in the garlicky oil, then add the sauce and cook to your liking, stirring frequently.
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The inspiration came out of the genuine affection that both my troop and our trainers felt toward the pigs.
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White one-upped her player’s show of affection by wrapping both arms around her.
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At match time expect a dip to the upper-80s with a feels-like of 96.
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Fae introduced Amad for No 8 Christ Inao Oulai and switched Bonny with Elye Wahi in a like-for-like change.
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Mars and Uranus’ alignment inspires you to follow your passions, but be mindful of the risks involved!
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Just don’t mistake them for the biggest Fourth of July fans — their passion is history, not patriotic celebrations.
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These distinct sauce styles are all rooted in traditions that developed in the coastal South, influenced by shifting populations, regional preferences, and supply chains.
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As carbuyers' preferences have shifted, pricier vehicles have become the norm at dealerships, leaving budget-conscious shoppers with fewer affordable models to choose from.
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Symptoms of cyclosporiasis occur between two days and two weeks after exposure, and include frequent watery diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight, abdominal cramps and bloating, nausea and low-grade fever.
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Monroe County health officials say symptoms occur two to 14 days after exposure and include frequent watery diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight, cramps and bloating, nausea and low-grade fever.
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“Fondness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fondness. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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