love interest
Americannoun
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love interests
plural
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a person (especially in fiction) presented as a romantic partner or potential romantic partner.
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the romantic subplot in a work of fiction.
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In May, he appeared as Anne Hathaway’s new love interest in the summer blockbuster “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” and this week he headlines not one, but two television series premiering on back-to-back days.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Renée Zellweger has a breakout role as Cruise’s earnest assistant and eventual love interest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
The “Practical Magic 2” cast also includes Xolo Maridueña, who plays Kylie’s seemingly ill-fated love interest, and Solly McLeod.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
His most recent film role was 2022's Top Gun: Maverick, in which he played Jimmy, a bartender who works with the character played by Jennifer Connelly, Tom Cruise's love interest.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
Art3mis played a note-perfect Columbia, and I had the honor of playing her undead love interest, Eddie.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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