affectionate
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But like all families, there's a lot of affectionate mockery.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
News channel YTN lavished praise on Kang's "heartfelt message to Korea", referring to the movie by its affectionate shorthand "Kedehun", a combination of the title's first three syllables.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
Narrated by Liev Schreiber, this five-part series is an affectionate and amusing look at the sport and its colorful participants.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
“We’re known for being very romantic, affectionate people,” she explains.
From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026
The fair was pronounced a success, and when May bade Amy goodnight, she did not gush as usual, but gave her an affectionate kiss, and a look which said ‘forgive and forget’.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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