crush on someone (to have a) [exp]

Meaning:

• To start a strong feeling of love for somebody.

Examples:

1. She stares at me like she has a crush on me.
2. She has a crush on her coworker but hasn’t told anyone.
3. He’s had a crush on her since high school but never made a move.
4. It’s common to have a crush on someone during your teenage years.
5. I think I have a crush on my neighbor. He’s so kind and funny!
6. She clearly has a crush on him; you can tell by the way she lights up when he’s around.
7. I remember having a huge crush on my teacher when I was a kid!
8. If you have a crush on someone, you should tell them. You never know—they might feel the same way.
9. Did you hear? Jake has a crush on Sarah, and he’s planning to ask her out.
10. When I was younger, I had a crush on every celebrity I saw on TV.
11. You’re always smiling when he’s around. Do you have a crush on him?
12. I have a crush on my classmate, but I don’t know how to tell them.