1
as in increasing
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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2
as in valuing
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of
many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes
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Recent Examples of appreciating
And so my trips are very much about relaxing and appreciating every moment.
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Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
At the time, Gyllenhaal said the partnership aimed to express the importance of slowing down, enjoying life and appreciating the beauty of art.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
VCs are chasing the hype without fully appreciating the fact that LLMs may have already peaked.
—Vivek Wadhwa, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
Charlie Ward’s crazy notion made its way up to Jeff Bezos because Bezos created a culture at Amazon of appreciating the input of people at all levels of the corporate hierarchy.
—Brian Solis, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2024
Understanding mucus's role in the respiratory tract is essential for appreciating how Mucinex works.
—Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024
Recognizing and appreciating their contributions is essential to fostering a supportive and respectful work environment.
—Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
For example, the P/E hit 30 in late 1999/early 2000, not because of declining earnings but because of rapidly appreciating stock prices.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
For example, appreciating a colleague’s hard work and being open to their ideas will boost team morale and cooperation.
—Laurie Sudbrink, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
At the time, Gyllenhaal said the partnership aimed to express the importance of slowing down, enjoying life and appreciating the beauty of art.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
VCs are chasing the hype without fully appreciating the fact that LLMs may have already peaked.
—Vivek Wadhwa, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
Charlie Ward’s crazy notion made its way up to Jeff Bezos because Bezos created a culture at Amazon of appreciating the input of people at all levels of the corporate hierarchy.
—Brian Solis, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2024
Understanding mucus's role in the respiratory tract is essential for appreciating how Mucinex works.
—Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024
Recognizing and appreciating their contributions is essential to fostering a supportive and respectful work environment.
—Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
For example, the P/E hit 30 in late 1999/early 2000, not because of declining earnings but because of rapidly appreciating stock prices.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
For example, appreciating a colleague’s hard work and being open to their ideas will boost team morale and cooperation.
—Laurie Sudbrink, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciating
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County officials attributed increasing mosquito activity to warmer temperatures brought by climate change.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on expanding its product offerings and increasing its sales force to drive future revenue growth.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The back deck looks out over the forest, and there’s also a pool for swimming, lounging, or simply admiring (at a certain point for city-dwellers, pools become such a novelty).Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
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Oh, the whirlwind experience that was watching the Challengers film… and admiring the on-theme press tour looks that came before it.Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 17 Oct. 2024
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Total crime rates show a steady upward trend over the decade, rising sharply in 2023.Jovi Dai, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Obesity rates in children and adolescents have been rising for decades.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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For retailers, the benefits of deploying facial recognition technology come with protecting consumer data and respecting customer privacy.Dara Riordan, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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There are nine modules, including two that were added in 2021 to address trauma and social justice, as well as the importance of connecting with, and respecting, nature.Renée Onque, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
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The technology is also transforming medical imaging and has been helpful in accelerating the drug discovery process.Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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The problem isn’t just that funds are being deployed in support of destructive practices, but that harmful finance is accelerating.Felicia Jackson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Bhatt said that the decision to ban these cards was not made lightly, with the committee recognizing that such a decision would have financial implications for some players.Ash Parrish, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
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Glamour's Women of the Year is an annual awards series aimed at recognizing women who have made significant contributions to their fields, such as acting, sports, and activism.Rachel Smith, The Courier-Journal, 3 Oct. 2024
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The Central American country not only declared bitcoin legal tender but also created regulations regarding digital assets in general, and have been accumulating bitcoin.Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Anyone with information regarding Cody's death is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit at 713-274-9100 or the Crime Stoppers unit at 713-222-8477.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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The show is also expanding its character roster, introducing more pop culture-relevant figures alongside familiar faces.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Authorities will also highlight companies that show signs of inactivity on the registry of the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority, and are considering expanding a digital platform that lets banks share information on customers who show potential financial crime concerns.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Appreciating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciating. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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