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lovable

[luhv-uh-buhl] / ˈlʌv ə bəl /


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For all of the film’s expository merit, for all of the care and efficiency Hughes exhibited in creating such wonderful and instantly lovable women, “Pretty in Pink” flubs the landing.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Representing Gomez’s children, they evoke something closer to a parent’s reality: lovable kids, grungy and soiled.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Fans of Gavin and Stacey now have the rare chance to not only see, but to own an important piece of the show's history as Rob Brydon's lovable character's home is up for sale.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

O’Hara managed the character’s outbursts as meaningful, playing each scene with lovable eccentricity.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

“He was an exceedingly lovable man. He was extremely handsome, too. Not that one’s appearance matters greatly, but he was. He had terribly penetrating eyes, for a man who was intransically kind.”

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger