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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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Thus, Afghan horse breeders enjoyed a comparative advantage over their imperial neighbors, exporting as many as 100,000 horses a year.
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David Chaffetz, Fortune Asia, 15 Dec. 2024
One more set of games to enjoy, one more set of committee rankings to be angry about.
—Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 3 Dec. 2024
Throughout December, famous tracks, such as Lennon’s, enjoy huge gains in streams and sales, as well as radio airplay, as the world celebrates the happiest time of the year for so many.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Follow the best thawing and reheating practices when enjoying leftovers again.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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David Chaffetz, Fortune Asia, 15 Dec. 2024
One more set of games to enjoy, one more set of committee rankings to be angry about.
—Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 3 Dec. 2024
Throughout December, famous tracks, such as Lennon’s, enjoy huge gains in streams and sales, as well as radio airplay, as the world celebrates the happiest time of the year for so many.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Follow the best thawing and reheating practices when enjoying leftovers again.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoy
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The West Coast Fishing Club is loved for serving as a rugged haven on British Columbia’s remote ancestral and unceded territory of the Haida Nation in Haida Gwaii, surrounded by dramatic coastal landscapes and teeming with wildlife.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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There’s so much to love about Long Beach, including the culture, food and shops.Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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At one point, 1 in 5 prisoners had covid-19, according to a tally kept by The Associated Press.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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The company’s 2% reward program had a 6-basis point year-over-year benefit.Jeff Marks, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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Every upload of the trailer appears to have an underwater likes to dislikes ratio, indicating some level of pushback.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Some people also like to record their therapy sessions to review later; just ask your therapist if this is okay with them.Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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The price range represents three distinct models that can serve various needs and give a buyer the opportunity to transition out of renting, own an asset, and have a fairly quick return on investment.Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The rambling 340-acre property, owned by Sheila Johnson, co-founder of BET, sits just outside of town and offers amenities including an equestrian center, indoor and outdoor pools, and tennis courts, in addition to a full-service spa.Eve Ettinger, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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James London, chef and co-owner of Charleston’s Chubby Fish, grew up relishing in the region’s distinct culinary traditions.Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
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Before his identification, many online had already posted their admiration for the gunman who shot Thompson, with online sleuths who relish in tracking people down showing little interest in finding the shooter’s identity.Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Deciding who retains control or how ownership is divided can feel like an existential threat, particularly if both spouses are involved in the business.Sara Khaki, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Months later, this season’s standout contestants have retained their cultural staying power.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Don’t be surprised to spot famous Argentine musicians and actors at sidewalk tables on this trendy Chacarita corner, savoring two favorite Porteño pastimes: empanada eating and people watching.Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
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Use your chopsticks to mash the beef together with the rice, sambal, etc., then savor each sweet, spicy, tangy bite.Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
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These decisions, while challenging, create opportunities to rebuild the team with individuals who possess specific skills and mindsets critical to the company's recovery.Marek Niedzwiedz, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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It’s rarely used because teams generally want to possess the ball and attempt to score a touchdown.Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Enjoy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoy. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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