endear
Example Sentences
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This marketing strategy naturally didn’t endear him to others in his industry, since it implied that they were moving too fast and in the process breaking things.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
Known for quotable one-liners and clever quips, Parton has long leveraged witticisms to endear herself to many — including the media.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
As he said it, Alcaraz flashed the infectious smile which has helped endear him to crowds globally.
From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025
During this second administration, though, it seems like Bezos is trying to endear himself - and his companies - to the White House.
From Slate • Mar. 23, 2025
She’d have some cute, funny quip about the day that picture was taken that would totally endear her to him.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.