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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day
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as in compelling
having the power to persuade
"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores
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as in comforting
making one feel good inside
received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts
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as in alleviating
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
the players satisfied their hunger after the game with a big pasta dinner
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as in convincing
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
it took me a while to satisfy my attorney that I had good grounds for a lawsuit
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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
the contractor had clearly failed to satisfy the terms of the agreement
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as in pleasing
to give satisfaction to
a hot dinner and a relaxing massage never fails to satisfy her after a long week at work
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as in compensating
to provide (someone) with a just payment for loss or injury
the owners of the restaurant were generously satisfied for any business lost during the filming
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Recent Examples of satisfying
Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
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This no-frills crowd pleaser just made taco night a whole lot easier and equally as satisfying.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Remember, the key to truly satisfying success lies in not only managing the urgent, but also investing time and energy in what truly matters in the long run.
—Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Unlike many listed here, Bates Motel got five seasons to build to a satisfying conclusion.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
Get The Recipe 25 of 34 Easy Taco Soup
This no-frills crowd pleaser just made taco night a whole lot easier and equally as satisfying.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Verb
Its high proof gives it enough backbone to stand up to sweet vermouth and bitters, creating a rich, satisfying Manhattan.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Remember, the key to truly satisfying success lies in not only managing the urgent, but also investing time and energy in what truly matters in the long run.
—Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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That said, there's a compelling case to stick with it.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Glover is not afraid to experiment with storytelling, which is part of what makes the show so compelling.Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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Another approach to alleviating the potential of burnout is to create a positive workplace.Wayne Elsey, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Como Ball also hopes to implement baseball camps during the day next year to provide more opportunities to kids in the area while also alleviating the stress of finding child care for parents, Klinge said.Maddie Robinson, Twin Cities, 20 Oct. 2024
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Week 7 will also see the final game in London this season, with the New England Patriots traveling to face the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium, a week after the Jags lost in convincing fashion to the Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Ben Morse, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
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As evidenced by the young man’s question, convincing people that inflation is easing is a tough sell.Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
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Promoting competencies like understanding emotions, achieving positive goals and building relationships is key to a fulfilling life.Hashim Hayat, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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In March 2023, the city auditor said the market's management company was charging below-market leases and not fulfilling its mission as a small-business incubator.Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024
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When used on a short desk, Desk View just shows your torso and below, which isn’t pleasant for the viewer on the other side of the webcam in any daytime scenario.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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But soon enough, the whole thing came to life with a feeling of pleasant clutter.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
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Early voting data from Michigan does not include party affiliation but, according to the University of Florida figures, 55 percent of early voters are women — a sign that is hopeful for Harris but not conclusive.Niall Stanage, The Hill, 4 Nov. 2024
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Finally, on early Friday morning, the numbers were conclusive: At 8:50 a.m., Decision Desk HQ became the first organization to call the 2020 presidential race for Joe Biden — a full day before major television networks followed suit.Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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But the final results of the 10-year study, which focused on cow moose in the Cabinet and Salish Mountains, the Big Hole Valley, and the Rocky Mountain Front, were encouraging, says project lead and MFWP biologist Nick DeCesare.Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
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The defensive ranking is particularly encouraging, as the Packers really struggled on that side of the ball last year.Matt Modi, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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But doing it too much and indulging to much could be a reason to evaluate the motive.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2024
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Those indulging on social media often post photos to track their progress (again, these links are NSFW).Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfying. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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