verb as in strong fondness

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pat, stroke, support

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Example Sentences

Example:He patted her on the shoulder to comfort her.

Definition:To stroke gently, typically with the flat of the hand.

From pat

Example:The nurse lightly stroked Sarah’s forehead to see if she had a fever.

Definition:To run the hand smoothly and gently along an object or a person’s body.

From stroke

Example:The tree needs to be supported with a brace to stay upright.

Definition:To physically hold or prop up; to help or aid.

From support