cherished
Example Sentences
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Parton became famous to a new generation not as a country singer or movie star but as “The Book Lady,” a designation she cherished.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
Diana had made her two cherished boys promise to always stand by one other, but almost 30 years after her death they are no longer talking.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
Recently, David said, he was “just cleaning things out” and decided it was time to part ways with the cherished item.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
While several albums by the Band have become cherished parts of the classic rock canon, Levon never raked in big money.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
He was a groomsman at my wedding and remains a cherished friend and mentor.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
