fondly

Example Sentences

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He still speaks fondly about ordinary Russians, describing them as generous and welcoming.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

Because many interviewees spoke fondly of parental or mentor figures, Hyodol was created as a grandchild-like companion designed to "love its users unconditionally," Kim said.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Tonga Nolan grew up in a predominantly Black neighborhood on the north side of Baton Rouge and remembers it fondly as a tight-knit community.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

He looked back fondly on his career despite a few major disappointments, including failed attempts to merge with broadcast networks and being pushed out after the AOL merger.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

In spite of his Christian stoicism, when she went up and addressed him, and smiled gaily, encouragingly, even fondly in his face, his hand would tremble and his eye burn.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë