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belonging

[bih-lawng-ing, -long-] / bɪˈlɔŋ ɪŋ, -ˈlɒŋ- /
NOUN
sense of security in friendship
Synonyms
STRONG
acceptance affinity association attachment inclusion kinship loyalty rapport relationship
Antonyms
STRONG
dislike hatred opposition
WEAK
antipathy insecurity

Example Sentences

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“We are determined to learn from what happened, and to ensure inclusion and belonging for all is meaningful in practice as well as in principle,” the statement concluded.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The Maltese-flagged Kribi belonging to the French maritime transport group CMA CGM crossed the waterway to leave the Gulf on Thursday afternoon, Marine Traffic's data showed.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

"We all look for belonging, want to love and be loved, to believe in the end everything is okay."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The BBC has discovered Bush also kept more than 1,000 items, including love letters, baby clothes and treasured possessions belonging to the dead and their families.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

An enameled brooch and tortoiseshell calling card case belonging to Leah.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock