as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
the teacher's pet was always getting special privileges
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as in pouts
a state of resentful silence or irritability
the teenager stalked off in a pet after being refused permission to go the movies
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as in beloved
granted special treatment or attention
spent my free time on my pet project
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as in to pat
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
a cat who loves to be petted
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Recent Examples of pet
Christine Clarridge, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024
There’s also thoughtfully designed furniture that’s made for the pet’s comfort but still looks stylish (like a woven wall hammock).
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
Dust, pet dander, and hair can accumulate quickly around the edges of rooms and baseboards, so these areas at the base of a room or hidden behind furniture are commonly missed during a regular vacuuming session.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
Melissa Santos, Axios, 9 Oct. 2024
The list of activities continues with archery, horseback and pony riding, swamp buggy airboat rides, a pontoon cruise, a petting farm, and trap and skeet shooting.
—Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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Public health experts are advising people to avoid contact with sick animals and to keep their pets at a safe distance as well.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024
There’s also thoughtfully designed furniture that’s made for the pet’s comfort but still looks stylish (like a woven wall hammock).
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Recently, what pleased Strawberry was getting into the garage and breaking into the leftover cases of beer, causing Mullins to find the pet pig a little worse for wear.
—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
Dust, pet dander, and hair can accumulate quickly around the edges of rooms and baseboards, so these areas at the base of a room or hidden behind furniture are commonly missed during a regular vacuuming session.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
Knutson Farms Sumner Cow train rides, an animal barn with a petting area, apple cannons and jumping pads are among the family-friendly highlights at Knutson Farms.
—Melissa Santos, Axios, 9 Oct. 2024
The list of activities continues with archery, horseback and pony riding, swamp buggy airboat rides, a pontoon cruise, a petting farm, and trap and skeet shooting.
—Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pet
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There are a few fictional characters who are as beloved and real to me as friends.Erik Pedersen, Orange County Register, 14 Nov. 2024
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Counted among the most beloved operas of all time, both are returning to Bay Area stages in the next few days.Georgia Rowe, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Don't skip patting the scallops dry—this is essential in getting a proper sear on them.Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
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Just as Charles went to pat his head, Hephner sneezed on him, catching the King—and the surrounding crowd—off guard.Erin Hill, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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The sun became hotter, and Spanish moss stroked the roof of the train.Monisha Rajesh, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2024
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In one video, Raymond filmed himself manipulating a woman’s eyelids and stroking her, according to court records.Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024
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The round texture with supple tannins, like ribbons of silk caressing the palate, is impressive, with fresh tobacco notes that balance the generous fruit.Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Oliva also posted a photo of Nodal in a hospital bed with his eyes closed and a woman’s hand, presumably his wife Ángela Aguilar, caressing his head.Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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One of my favorite authors and former Navy SEAL Jacko Wilkins says: The only path to freedom of any kind is discipline.Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Here's what time 'Dancing with the Stars' is on tonight, where to watch Week 8, who is left in Season 33 and how to vote for your favorite couple.Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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The pagoda is filled with precious statues, including a wooden Shakyamuni Buddha covered with gold paint.Catherine Garcia, theweek, 11 Nov. 2024
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Another year in the books, another one of your precious few winters on Earth that’s just memories now.Frederick Dreier and Adam Roy, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Rock icon Bon Jovi made an appearance to give Vives a special award recognizing him as the Latin Recording Academy's Person of the Year.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Never mind the state’s policies (high gas taxes, special fuels mandate and a push to end fossil-fuels production) are the real causes of crushing gas prices.Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
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Your darling planetary ruler, Venus, is transiting the creative sign of Leo while shining a light on your 11th house of associations, community and sense of belonging in the world.Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 5 July 2024
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The essence of the inimitable country icon has been funneled into a darling new figurine, complete with a glittering orange bodysuit and bold blue eyeshadow.Melissa Epifano, EW.com, 9 Mar. 2024
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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pet. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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