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fondly

[fond-lee] / ˈfɒnd li /
ADVERB
dearly
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ADVERB
tenderly
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True to form, we’ve got a filly that’s qualified for the Kentucky Oaks with Fondly, who won the Virginia Oaks, and we’re going to run in the Kentucky Oaks.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2025

Fondly, she patted the vehicle and climbed onto the sturdy seat.

From Slate • Dec. 24, 2022

Fondly called by supporters as “Inday Sara,” the mother of three called for national unity and devotion to God and asked Filipinos to emulate the patriotism of the country’s national hero Jose Rizal.

From Washington Times • Jun. 19, 2022

Fondly do we hope — fervently do we pray — that this mighty scourge of war may speedily pass away.

From Salon • Jan. 7, 2022

Fondly as I doted upon this woman, methought I could resign her to the grave without a murmur or a tear.

From Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness by Brown, Charles Brockden




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