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esteem

/ɪˈstiːm/ noun C1
  1. Assessment, estimation, or regard; especially; favourable estimation or regard. (uncountable) · We hold her in high esteem.

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I love and esteem you, because honest folks are so rare.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 16 · C1
If you are unable to come I shall give you fuller details, and would esteem it a great kindness if you would favour me with your opinion.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 24 · B2
Bennet soon assured her that he was rising every hour in his esteem.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 360 · B2
I do not know whether I ever before mentioned to you my feelings on this subject, but I will not leave the country without confiding them, and I trust you will not esteem them unreasonable.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 137 · B2

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