affectionately

Example Sentences

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Many fans affectionately referred to him as "Uncle Ebo", reflecting both his longevity and mentorship of younger artists.

From Barron's

"Some of the animals were fighting," said Jeremy, pulling his head sideways as the dragon nipped affectionately at his ear.

From Literature

Rob affectionately calls Denzel his "lack of assistance dog, because he is useless".

From BBC

Director Paul Thomas Anderson, affectionately known as PTA, has never won an Oscar, despite 11 career nominations for films such as Phantom Thread, Licorice Pizza and There Will Be Blood.

From BBC

Then he rubbed his face against Akira and snorted affectionately, and all was forgiven.

From Literature