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fondly

[fond-lee] / ˈfɒnd li /
ADVERB
dearly
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ADVERB
tenderly
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True to form, we’ve got a filly that’s qualified for the Kentucky Oaks with Fondly, who won the Virginia Oaks, and we’re going to run in the Kentucky Oaks.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2025

Fondly referred to as “Motty,” Motson called games for Britain’s national broadcaster from 1968-2018, covering 10 World Cups, 10 European Championships and 29 FA Cup finals.

From Washington Times • Feb. 23, 2023

Fondly, she patted the vehicle and climbed onto the sturdy seat.

From Slate • Dec. 24, 2022

Fondly do we hope — fervently do we pray — that this mighty scourge of war may speedily pass away.

From Salon • Jan. 7, 2022

But when comes this thought to me, "Some there are that childless be," Stealing to their little beds, With a love I cannot speak, Tenderly I stroke their heads, Fondly kiss each velvet cheek.

From Second Book of Verse by Field, Eugene




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