fondly
Americanadverb
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in a fond manner; lovingly or affectionately.
He looked fondly at his child.
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Archaic. with complacent credulity; foolishly.
Etymology
Origin of fondly
Example Sentences
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Eclipse also has Fondly running in the Kentucky Oaks, the filly version of the Derby, for Motion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025
Fondly, she patted the vehicle and climbed onto the sturdy seat.
From Slate • Dec. 24, 2022
Fondly do we hope — fervently do we pray — that this mighty scourge of war may speedily pass away.
From Salon • Jan. 7, 2022
Fondly called “Kid Wonder,” Eian picked up the game less than a year ago.
From Washington Times • Aug. 2, 2020
Fondly had they hoped that Grant would first be crushed, then Buell annihilated, and their march to Nashville would be unopposed.
From Raiding with Morgan by Dunn, Byron A. (Byron Archibald)
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