as in admired
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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
visit again real soon, for I relish your company
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Recent Examples of relished
Daniel D'addario, Variety, 11 June 2026
Like Verdun, 37-year-old Terrisa Scott, who wears her own gingerbread girl costume during chases, has relished the chance to step outside her comfort zone.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
While Tom Kingsley was on directorial duty for the Emmy hopeful action comedy, the writer-producer relished the opportunity to make a movie set in the place where it was shot.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026
Pecking Lee on the cheek, Mann relished the big-arena rock moment.
—Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
The fact is that leeches are relished by everything from walleyes and bass to trout and all the panfish.
—Byron W. Dalrymple, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
The 100 and 400 events took place within 20 minutes of each other, a challenge that Diagne relished.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
This year there are wildflowers growing in that area, but none of the variety that the goldfinch’s relished.
—Joan Morris, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
One four years and four months ago — relished every second.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Verb
That’s a contradiction the actors relished.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 11 June 2026
Like Verdun, 37-year-old Terrisa Scott, who wears her own gingerbread girl costume during chases, has relished the chance to step outside her comfort zone.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
While Tom Kingsley was on directorial duty for the Emmy hopeful action comedy, the writer-producer relished the opportunity to make a movie set in the place where it was shot.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026
Pecking Lee on the cheek, Mann relished the big-arena rock moment.
—Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
The fact is that leeches are relished by everything from walleyes and bass to trout and all the panfish.
—Byron W. Dalrymple, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
The 100 and 400 events took place within 20 minutes of each other, a challenge that Diagne relished.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
This year there are wildflowers growing in that area, but none of the variety that the goldfinch’s relished.
—Joan Morris, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
One four years and four months ago — relished every second.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relished
Adjective
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A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Football is an activity to be enjoyed together in Ghana, rather than merely something to watch on television.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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On Monday, the airport hosted a celebration for its employees ahead of the region's big events this summer, with fun that both workers and travelers enjoyed.—
Chilekasi Adele,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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Chapman expressed gratefulness that skateboarding is now thriving and more widely appreciated.—
Sofia Montoya-Deck,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2026
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In my experience, even a lean staff can deliver excellent customer service when communication is clear, systems are organized and employees feel appreciated rather than overwhelmed.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Some will cut more deeply for soccer fans of a literary bent; others can be savored no matter what your feelings about the beautiful game might be.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The new generation didn’t show up for this film, but the old men who savored it as kids in the 1980s with 45-54 being the biggest demo at 29%.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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The documentary, released in 1987, ended up being a display of how difficult the revered Berry could be as well as a tribute to him and his genius.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Our entire organization sends its deepest condolences to the Smith family and all who knew and loved Aldon.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Libertyville coach Matt Thompson loved Buenik’s command, which was often missing this season.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Wood's work also crossed over into pop culture, as the esteemed author and professor was referenced by Matt Damon's character, Will Hunting, in the 1997 Academy Award-winning film Good Will Hunting.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Rush’s return for the Fifty Something Tour is their first since esteemed drummer Neil Peart died in 2020 and their first tour, period, since 2015.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Verb
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And people question whether West and Ciara were at that level, and Ciara really liked West.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Kupec enjoyed golfing and was an avid New York sports fan who liked the Yankees, Rangers and Giants as well as the Bridgeport Bluefish, according to the obituary.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
9 June 2026
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“Relished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relished. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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