- present participle of dote.
doting
Example Sentences
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He portrays Mr. David, for all the comedian’s considerable idiosyncrasies, as an indisputable comic genius, a doting father and a loyal friend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
In his statement, James O'Sullivan concluded: "Always kind-spirited, good humoured, a doting grandfather and a wonderful dad – I will miss him dearly."
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
"So am I," Kim replied, doting on the doll.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
He didn’t even mention Artemis in his most recent State of the Union speech, instead doting on the U.S.
From Salon ● Apr. 7, 2026
But at least Arobynn had an excuse for being equal parts tyrannical and doting.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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