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loving

v.
A1 Beginner US //ˈɫəvɪŋ// UK //lˈʌvɪŋ// lov·ing Humorous Informal Slang

v. to feel a very strong like or deep affection for someone or something. You use it to show you care deeply about a person or enjoy an activity very much.

v. to experience deep affection or intense pleasure. While traditionally a stative verb, it is increasingly used in the progressive aspect in informal registers to describe a temporary state of enjoyment.


SIMPLE

I am loving this new song.

CONTEXTUAL

She is loving her new job because the team is so supportive and the work is creative.

COMPLEX

Despite the initial challenges of moving abroad, he found himself loving the local culture and the slower pace of life in the countryside.

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Stative verb; traditionally used in the simple present, though the present continuous is common in informal speech to emphasize a current experience.

Pitfall

I am loving chocolateI love chocolateFor permanent preferences, use the simple present; the progressive 'loving' is reserved for temporary, current enjoyment.

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