affectionately

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Affectionately nicknamed Jet Blue, the 2-year-old dog officially moved in with Officer Skeeter Black and his family on Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

Affectionately called "big sister" by her teammates, she is leading a new generation of Japanese stars including Nakai, 17, and Chiba, 20.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Affectionately known as 'Scaz', she has long avoided the spotlight despite growing media work - where her charm comes to the fore.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

Affectionately known as “Mr. Bruce” by employees, he started his career in the Nordstrom stockroom and sales floor of the flagship Seattle location.

From Seattle Times • May 18, 2024

Affectionately he pulled the little beast’s ear, then nodded toward a small street they were approaching.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw