1. Chen's complete embodiment of the iconic character endeared her to millions of Chinese.
2. Yao's humility quickly endeared him to teammates last season, when he was the center of so much attention.
3. Her innocent smile and unique way of pronouncing Chinese words endeared her to a whole generation of Chinese TV watchers.
4. She and her colleagues won the confidence of Tangchi residents and access to their households only after they had endeared themselves to the families.