in love (with someone or something)

in love (with someone or something)
in love (with someone or something)
feeling love for someone or something; experiencing a strong affectionate emotion for someone or something. •

Mary was in love with her new car! It was perfect for her.

John is deeply in love with Mary.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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