cherished
Example Sentences
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"I won't stand by while these cherished local spaces disappear, replaced by boarded-up windows and 'For Sale' signs," he wrote.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
There were highs and lows, but the positivity and vibrancy he brought made him a cherished figure.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
So tell us about your most cherished memory of the 2026 World Cup in L.A. so far.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
In our recent meeting, I said, “Lindsey is a great friend of Israel and a cherished friend of mine. We have no better friend than Lindsey.”
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
She cherished her chickens more than those children and coveted Cora’s land to expand her coop.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
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