cherish
verb (used with object)
to hold or treat as dear; feel love for.
cherishing
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present participleof cherish.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Unlike before, when I had been rushing to my appointment, I walked a bit more slowly, cherishing the sun as it grazed my skin.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2026
Accepting that reality is helpful, as is cherishing what good moments they have.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 10, 2026
Although I love a classic recipe, I wanted baking inspiration that would make me rethink everything I knew about the ones I grew up cherishing.
From Salon ● Dec. 13, 2025
"I think the fact that the world holds us in this regard is something that we should be cherishing and taking advantage of at the same time," he said.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2025
Retaining our humanity, cherishing our heritage, we fought the depravity of the Nazis with subtle forms of resistance.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
