object of affection

Example Sentences

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In her book she offered thorough readings of several sonnets to support previous claims that one frequent object of affection was William Herbert, the 3rd Earl of Pembroke and one of Shakespeare’s patrons.

From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2022

This reminded Frazier of “missed connections,” a Craigslist-era tradition in which romantic hopefuls would create a listing that described a chance encounter and ask the object of affection to reach out if they’re interested.

From Washington Post • Nov. 2, 2022

It's that moment in every rom-com when the budding architect or bakery owner faces some initial rejection from her/his object of affection.

From Salon • Oct. 25, 2021

Most of the characters Kosmo meets are missing something — a companion of their own or a particular object of affection.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2016

Is it the experience of Christians that the coming in of a new object of affection interferes with entire consecration to God?’

From Kept for the Master's Use by Havergal, Frances Ridley