well-liked
Britishadjective
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Locals, meanwhile, are struggling to comprehend why anyone would wish harm on the well-liked Haines.
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026
Albert Benitez, Lopez’s boyfriend, remembered her as well-liked and funny, a dedicated mother and a “workaholic” who at one point held three jobs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
The Dossetts were described as one of the community’s power couples—well-known, well-connected and well-liked.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
The family of a 13-year-old who died in a crash have paid tribute to a "fun, bright, handsome, athletic" boy who was "incredibly well-liked".
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2026
His good nature and prodigious research output made him a well-liked, well-respected member of the laboratory staff.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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