affectionate

Example Sentences

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But like all families, there's a lot of affectionate mockery.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

George’s cluckingly affectionate aunt wants to enfold Hedda in a tradition that would consign her to the role of wife and mother.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

“We’re known for being very romantic, affectionate people,” she explains.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

The photographer captured his subjects—many of them famous—with an affectionate eye.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

His poetry was dazzling and intimidating, but Apollinaire himself was soft and affectionate.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day