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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
they poured gifts and affection on their darling child
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a darling child that any couple would want to adopt
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
what a darling set of dishes!
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as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
for a while that candidate was the darling of the news media and could do no wrong
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as in sweetheart
a person with whom one is in love
anything you say, darling
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Recent Examples of darling
Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 27 Dec. 2022
This pencil sign for the first or last day of school is both darling and so simple.
—Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 14 July 2022
Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
While cities like Asheville are the darlings of western North Carolina, the small towns that dot the mountains serve as the heartbeat.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
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The actor, 35, took to Instagram on Monday to share a tribute to the darling little girl.
—Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 27 Dec. 2022
This pencil sign for the first or last day of school is both darling and so simple.
—Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 14 July 2022
Noun
Elsewhere in the interview, Brunson reflected on her ascent from beloved online personality to Hollywood darling and the publicity that comes with it — for better or worse.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
While cities like Asheville are the darlings of western North Carolina, the small towns that dot the mountains serve as the heartbeat.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for darling
Adjective
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This adorable little pod coffee maker is the best for espresso.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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Over the years, everyone from her brothers Brooklyn, Cruz and Romeo to her parents have shared glimpses into their adorable bond with their youngest family member.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Those dropshots are delightful toppings to the dessert collection of sweet spot strokes in Alcaraz’s armory.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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What began with her apprehension about how the kitten would adapt quickly turned into a delightful surprise.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The bar just off the lobby serves light snacks and lunch favorites like burgers and sandwiches, along with cocktails, beer, and wine.—
Hannah Freedman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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The Netflix movie features a lot of fan favorites, including Tamela Mann as Cora.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Just two weeks ago, the Scot had attended Jota’s wedding to his childhood sweetheart, Rute Cardoso, at the 18th-century Igreja da Lapa church in Porto, and was pictured beaming alongside his team-mate and his bride.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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The American sweethearts clad in white and blue are returning for a second season on Netflix.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Among the missing are five campers and a counselor from the beloved Christian girls camp, Camp Mystic, which counted at least 27 children and staff among the death toll.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Cindy McCarthy, Rambo's pet parent, is back with her beloved cat.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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And that, dear reader, might be the funniest line of the night.—
Daniel Brown,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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That particular chapter, dear readers, has yet to be written.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Both characters experience some amusingly embarrassing scenes as Dan-bi explores her true talent, yet Forbidden Fairytale is ultimately a sweet love story.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The reality star also shared the baby’s sweet name: Teddi.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Yes, sweetie, the nail magicians at Chillhouse have delivered a dreamy gua sha tool that's just as satisfying for your muscles as their tips are for your fingers.—
Allure,
Allure,
14 Apr. 2025
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The actor posted sweetie pictures of his three fictional children, leaving out, well, his wife, played by Parker Posey.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Darling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/darling. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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