as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
a cherished heirloom that has been in the family for generations
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as in worshiped
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
promised to love and cherish her husband forever
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as in treasured
to hold dear
we shall always cherish the keepsakes that our grandmother left us
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
after all these years, she still cherishes the memory of her first summer romance
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Recent Examples of cherished
Funnyfuzzy Contributor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For an eristic, nearly any arguing, even a feeble instance, is likely to be cherished.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
First, acts of service to relieve their stress will be absolutely cherished.
—Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
For Pearce, the experience remains one of his most cherished.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Every day is a gift to be unwrapped and cherished.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Stimulation from the Amazon to the World Long cherished by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal and stimulating properties, guaraná remains a key element of Brazilian identity.
—JSTOR Daily, 22 Nov. 2024
His impact on American music is undeniable, ensuring that these songs will be cherished by future generations.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Reginald, a proud father of four, cherished the moment when his son, Reggie III, enlisted in the army in 2022.
—Mike Schell, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
Verb
The company believes that pets deserve to live in a world where they are loved, understood and cherished.
—Funnyfuzzy Contributor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For an eristic, nearly any arguing, even a feeble instance, is likely to be cherished.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
First, acts of service to relieve their stress will be absolutely cherished.
—Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
For Pearce, the experience remains one of his most cherished.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Every day is a gift to be unwrapped and cherished.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Stimulation from the Amazon to the World Long cherished by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal and stimulating properties, guaraná remains a key element of Brazilian identity.
—JSTOR Daily, 22 Nov. 2024
His impact on American music is undeniable, ensuring that these songs will be cherished by future generations.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Reginald, a proud father of four, cherished the moment when his son, Reggie III, enlisted in the army in 2022.
—Mike Schell, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherished
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The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Nearly 25 years after the show first premiered, this show is still watched and re-watched regularly and these characters are deeply treasured by fans all around the world.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
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Pepper in some vests and leather blazers, and Phillips had a collection of pieces that felt true to Dylan's spirit.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Though the looks were (not surprisingly) all-black, Phillips had fun exploring how Cash’s personal style bled into Dylan’s this time around.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Disney Branded Television has ordered four new episodes of the beloved sitcom.Joe Otterson, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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But his exceptional comedic timing, versatility as an actor, iconic roles in beloved family-friendly films, and the ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles is the secret sauce behind his durability.Marc Berman, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The chief executives of all three held a joint press conference in Tokyo.Kantaro Komiya, The Tennessean, 24 Dec. 2024
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He is currently being held at a federal detention center in Brooklyn.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, education, insurance, and precious metals were among the worst-performing subsectors.Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tourists check into their hotels and spend the rest of their few days off running around, trying to make the most of their precious few days off.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The attorneys sold controlling interest of the horse in February of that year, but retained a 20% stake through the Triple Crown races.Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 23 Dec. 2024
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Putin said Russia retained control over these weapons.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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These are our favorite travel adapters and chargers.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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Here are a few of my favorite rums that have hit store shelves in the last few months, all of which are worth your time.Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Your readership is always appreciated.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Cherished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherished. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.
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