idolize

Example Sentences

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Segel: It’s a really nice thing to have people who you admire and respect, idolize, come in and say that they love the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

They idolize him beyond anything that is reasonable.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024

Not being able to live the idealized versions of herself—which include visions of being surrounded by friends and fans who love and idolize her for her beauty and talent—leaves Tessa profoundly distressed.

From Scientific American • Aug. 16, 2023

Said Brink: “Coming from Jayne, that’s the biggest compliment. I idolize her. She was such an amazing player.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2023

“It’s time you learned, Eugenia, how things really are. You idolize Constantine too much. You always have.”

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett