Meaning & use
cherish
To hold something or someone dear and protect or care for it with deep affection.
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She still cherishes the handwritten letters her grandmother sent her every summer.
We cherish the time we spend together, since our schedules rarely align.
A note on using this word
"Cherish" suggests lasting emotional attachment, often to memories or relationships, rather than mere ownership.
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