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as in to alleviate
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 to convince
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 to fulfill
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 to please
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 to compensate
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 satisfy
The palate aligns with the aroma, carrying through to a long, satisfying finish.
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Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The free Apple Photos is approachable for photography novices but still powerful enough to satisfy those who want extra control.
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Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
Even the richest emperors of the past did not have the ability to satisfy their whims that is now possessed by any student in Chicago or Berlin or Kinshasa.
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Simon Sebag Montefiore,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
The service provides tasty, satisfying meals with no meal-prep labor required beyond deciding which dishes to try each week.
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Marisa Malanga,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for satisfy
Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The free Apple Photos is approachable for photography novices but still powerful enough to satisfy those who want extra control.
—
Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
Even the richest emperors of the past did not have the ability to satisfy their whims that is now possessed by any student in Chicago or Berlin or Kinshasa.
—
Simon Sebag Montefiore,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
The service provides tasty, satisfying meals with no meal-prep labor required beyond deciding which dishes to try each week.
—
Marisa Malanga,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for satisfy
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The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill on June 23 seeking to alleviate a growing housing crisis by streamlining construction regulations, encouraging local innovation, and limiting investor purchases of homes, among other steps.
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According to the European Commission, the duty-free de minimis exemption was introduced in order to alleviate administrative burdens for customs authorities and businesses, but the digitalization of customs procedures has ameliorated that issue.
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Notes Sherman Oaks Notre Dame has been able to convince standout safety and top athlete Tahj Skinner to play quarterback this season.
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They were saved at the last minute by the owner of the mill, who convinced the arriving American army of their worth.
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More than half of Gen Zers said doing work that was personally fulfilling was within their top three priorities, and 25% ranked helping and caring for others up top, as well.
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The commission just fulfilled one of its primary duties, forwarding to Mayor Barbara Lee a shortlist of finalists to be considered for the job of the Oakland Police Department’s next permanent chief.
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Create Layers Gardens in shade often rely less on color and more on other attributes to please the eye.
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The steeply descending main street of Haworth is filled with tea shops, pubs and stores clearly dedicated to pleasing Brontë pilgrims, but its basic form, including the original stationery store where the sisters once bought their paper, remains the same.
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Then incorporate it into performance reviews, and create structures to compensate for the extra time and emotional energy spent on it.
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Douglas said automatic gratuities also serve a practical purpose for larger parties, helping to ensure servers are fairly compensated for the additional coordination and service those tables require.
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Will Frances throw over Jol for Bill from True Blood, or is her thirst for vengeance not yet slaked?
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Rain and snow will likely continue to slake the Salt River basin.
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Since Mary Grace’s death, her parents have poured their energy into persuading lawmakers to make camps safer by banning cabins in active flood plains, mandating 24-7 weather monitoring and requiring rigorous annual evacuation training.
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Marketing and communications professionals rely on language to inform, persuade and connect with audiences.
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For just $18, this set includes four cubes in different sizes, along with a shoe bag, laundry bag, and cosmetic pouch to keep every travel essential in its place.
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The app also offers travel guides and organizes your daily itinerary, keeping all your plans in one place.
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“Satisfy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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