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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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
On Eid al-Fitr, Muslims may spend the morning in prayer at their mosque, then gather with friends and family to eat dinner, enjoy special sweet treats and give gifts.
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
The band has previously enjoyed six top 10 albums, including two chart-toppers: Two Shoes (2005) and Rising With the Sun (2016).
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 28 Mar. 2025
On the night before Opening Day, little Marcia Wacha, daughter of pitcher Michael Wacha and his wife, Sarah, enjoyed a special book.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025
Visa Infinite cardholders in Singapore enjoy golf discounts at Sentosa Golf Club and Tanah Merah Country Club on weekdays, excluding public holidays.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2025
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
The band has previously enjoyed six top 10 albums, including two chart-toppers: Two Shoes (2005) and Rising With the Sun (2016).
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 28 Mar. 2025
On the night before Opening Day, little Marcia Wacha, daughter of pitcher Michael Wacha and his wife, Sarah, enjoyed a special book.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025
Visa Infinite cardholders in Singapore enjoy golf discounts at Sentosa Golf Club and Tanah Merah Country Club on weekdays, excluding public holidays.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoy
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Acosta loved the outdoors, regularly volunteering at Shake-A-Leg, the sailing program in Coconut Grove that works with individuals with disabilities, her family said.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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What’s not to love about Betty Boop, U.S.-based international ambassador?—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Devil May Cry has this raw, untamed cool that most video games can’t touch.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Downsides While apple cider vinegar has potential benefits, taking it before bed can have some downsides.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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During her years on the show, she became known as a shade queen who liked to twirl (her signature move and catchphrase).—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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On that first possession, Broome backed Condon down, burying him in the paint, as Broome likes to do to opponents.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Also, more people at all income levels own stocks through 401(k) plans, said Sam Stovall, chief investment strategist of CFRA.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Four are owned by Lumen Technologies; 35 by other companies.—
Alayna Alvarez,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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Rodman, an Orange County native, clearly relished the opportunity to return to international action in front of 32,303 fans in Los Angeles, in the first ever women’s professional sports event held at SoFi Stadium.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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Related Articles No Heat celebration for clinching play-in berth, but ‘something to play for’ Tyler Herro relishing life in the 70s amid his ever-present Heat reality Does Heat’s Jaquez have a shot?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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In the aftermath, the motion states, Doe retained legal counsel and, following months of negotiations, was able to reach a settlement with Schrader’s lawyers in February of this year.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
4 Apr. 2025
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Status quo supporters claim voters still choose because the appointee must run for election to retain the seat.—
Bob Marshall,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2025
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A far cry from a Seder, or any real Passover ritual, but at least something Soviet Jews could savor in private.—
Olga & Igor Alterman,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2025
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And when you’re done with fun in the fresh air, hunt for antiques, savor some finger-licking-good food, and then rest up at a new luxury lodge boasting stellar summit views.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2025
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Those under age 21 caught using or possessing marijuana would be guilty of a violation.—
A.J. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Jurors also convicted him of three counts of gun possession, including possessing an assault weapon, court records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Enjoy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoy. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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