cosseted
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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An otherwise urban-dwelling sophisticate, he cultivated a rustic demeanor for France’s benefit, uncharacteristically donning a coonskin hat and simple clothes to impress cosseted aristocrats and ordinary Parisians alike.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Is there a benefit to being ignored by the industry — you don’t end up cosseted or overly corporate — at least as far as your stand-up goes?
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2025
I cosseted my weary garden with clover, practiced patience, saw the vanity of overwork.
From Scientific American • Aug. 18, 2023
Much of his life was spent in the cosseted luxury of a five-star hotel.
From BBC • May 14, 2023
I've looked after them, but I've not cosseted them, and don't you cosset them.
From Ovington's Bank by Weyman, Stanley J.
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