affectionate

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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

Osbourne's widow, Sharon, and daughter Kelly, then took to the stage to deliver an affectionate eulogy.

From BBC • Feb. 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

But whatever affectionate insult he offers is lost in the cloth of my suit as I circle him into my arms.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz