1
as in to love
to take pleasure in
TV and DVDs are OK, but we still enjoy seeing movies on the big screen
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2
as in to have
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
a country where the people enjoy the highest living standards in the world
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Recent Examples of enjoy
Many have certainly enjoyed the wider varieties of apples with more complex tastes and personalities.
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Mark Dent, HubSpot, 12 Sep. 2025
For this reason, Mackinac Island is the perfect backdrop for leaf peeping, which is all about taking a quiet moment to enjoy something fleeting.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
Diners can listen to live music while enjoying their meal in this historic Texas restaurant.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
My hope is that Letters to Kafka works in concert with Letters to Milena, operating almost as a response to the famed 1950s book, even though having read that earlier work is not necessary to enjoy my novel.
—Christine Estima
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
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Mark Dent, HubSpot, 12 Sep. 2025
For this reason, Mackinac Island is the perfect backdrop for leaf peeping, which is all about taking a quiet moment to enjoy something fleeting.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
Diners can listen to live music while enjoying their meal in this historic Texas restaurant.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
My hope is that Letters to Kafka works in concert with Letters to Milena, operating almost as a response to the famed 1950s book, even though having read that earlier work is not necessary to enjoy my novel.
—Christine Estima
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoy
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Ortega's ensemble, from the Givenchy by Sarah Burton fall/winter 2025 ready-to-wear collection, features an elaborate top piece of oversized gemstones and pearls strung together to create a kind of blouse fit for a particularly jewel-loving queen.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
14 Sep. 2025
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Grandma got to see Matilda, Matilda loves her grandma.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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Kaivan Shroff, a 2024 delegate for Harris, said the former vice president has the right to tell the story of her campaign, as does Biden, who has conducted a few interviews and speeches since leaving office.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kirk, a prominent voice in culture wars on college campuses, hosts a daily radio show and podcast, The Charlie Kirk Show, which ranks among the top 10 on Apple News’ list of top podcasts and has a strong Gen Z fan base.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Bears like to keep their distance from groups of people.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Sep. 2025
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The Bernadette woman likes being comfortable, loves to have fun and can make a Bernadette look her own.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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This landed Ellison, who owns more than 40% of shares, at the top of the Forbes Billionaires List, second only to his good friend, Elon Musk.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Growing up in southwest Nebraska, Villareal owned a horse aptly named Bronco.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Sep. 2025
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Music supervisor Matt Biffa relishes more than a few needle drops catered to scandalous character beats that only enrich this viewing experience.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
10 Sep. 2025
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In proper Capricorn form, Charles tries to take on the wise and brilliant detective role, while relishing in his previous success as an actor playing a similar character.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The brands that double down on efforts to retain customers through engagement and personalized experiences stand to win on two fronts–retaining more customers while attracting consumers dissatisfied with their current banking experience.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Always in darkness, PSRs are thought to retain water ice that, if present, could be converted into drinkable water, breathable oxygen and rocket fuel.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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For now, though, Jaonaay is savoring the moment his musical vision found its audience.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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Henderson-Moore’s interception and Moody’s second touchdown rescued Johnson, which savored the triumph against its city rival.—
Tris Wykes,
Twin Cities,
12 Sep. 2025
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Federal prosecutors charged Cucul-Bol in May with possessing a false permanent resident card, possessing a false Social Security card, false use of a passport, and making a false statement on a bank application, according to the Department of Justice.—
Taylor Romine,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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The creature that possessed the unfortunate Ensign Gamble finds a way back from its permanent transporter buffer exile, and is able to exert a malign influence on a whole new generation of followers.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Enjoy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoy. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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