Meaning

1 senses

  1. An expression of surprise, dismay, or indulgent disapproval.

Examples

34 sentences

  1. Be a dear, and get me a glass of water.

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  2. She's dear to me.

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  3. Life is very dear to me.

    ruЯ очень ценю жизнь.

    deLeben ist für mich sehr wertvoll.

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  4. She is very dear to me.

    deSie bedeutet mir sehr viel.

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  5. You are very dear to me.

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Synonyms

3 synonyms
expression of surprise:wow
expression of dismay:dammit
expression of disapproval:tut tut

See also

neighbours in the dictionary
dearA1dearlyB2dearthdeathA2
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