Interest

to start having feelings of attachment or fascination toward someone or something

As soon as they met, Emily took a shine to her new neighbor, Jane, and they quickly became close friends.

to give someone or something an excessive amount of care or affection

Over the years, Mary has made a fuss over her garden, taking care of each plant and making sure they grow well.

to go directly and quickly towards someone or something, typically with a clear and focused intention, often without any delays or distractions along the way

Ethan made a beeline for the bookstore last weekend and found the novel he had been eagerly waiting to read.

to have a strong sense of care or affection for someone or something

Jenny loves her cat to death and showers it with affection and care every day.

to focus all of one's time on a particular activity one is extremely passionate about

She lives and breathes yoga, practicing it every day.

to have a strong sense of love or desire for someone or something

Ever since he met Emily, he has been wild about her - he can't stop thinking about her and loves spending time with her.

(of an activity) to make one feel great joy

Playing video games was meat and drink to John.He would spend hours every day playing video games, and he loved it.

used to describe someone or something that perfectly matches one's tastes, values, or preferences

He’s a man after my own heart; he loves hiking as much as I do.

to be completely dedicated or obsessed with a particular activity, interest, or topic, to the point where it dominates a person's thoughts, actions, and daily life

As a scientist, research is everything to Dr. Patel - he eats, sleeps, and breathes his work, and is always eager to learn more about his field.

to develop a liking for a particular type of cuisine or dish after trying it

After visiting Thailand, I got a taste for spicy dishes, and now I can't get enough of Thai cuisine.

used to refer to a person who is irresistibly attracted to someone or something

For many people, social media is like a moth to a flame - they can't resist checking their phones and scrolling through their feeds, even if it's not productive or healthy.

to feel really passionate about or interested in a particular person or thing

Ever since he was a child, Mark had carried a torch for music.He spent countless hours practicing his guitar and composing his own songs.

a personal reason for involvement in a situation, especially when connected to financial or other gain

Banks have a vested interest in keeping customers satisfied.

with one's whole being

She devoted herself to her career, putting her heart and soul into every project.

to get a lot of pleasure and enjoyment out of something

The kids are having a field day at the amusement park, laughing and screaming on the rides.