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as in increases
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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2
as in loves
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in understands
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in admires
to think very highly or favorably of
many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes
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Recent Examples of appreciates
Wang also said China appreciates Iran’s pledge to not develop nuclear weapons, while acknowledging Iran's legitimate right to peaceful use of nuclear energy.
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ABC News, 6 May 2026
Henson appreciates this approach.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 May 2026
Libras can be superficial because the sign is ruled by Venus, which appreciates beauty, as Sarah calls Bonnie out for after her surgery.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Contributor Zoë Sessums appreciates the strong edge support and overall design of the brand’s Natural mattress.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
The waxy leaves make this mostly problem-free plant drought-tolerant, but cleyera appreciates protection from the afternoon sun.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Brown appreciates the architecture of this structural plant amid more blowsy natives.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 1 May 2026
Bagent appreciates his time working with coach Ben Johnson, too, even as a backup.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Sophomore first baseman/pitcher Payton Cherep also appreciates what Miller contributes to the Trojans.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 6 May 2026
Henson appreciates this approach.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 May 2026
Libras can be superficial because the sign is ruled by Venus, which appreciates beauty, as Sarah calls Bonnie out for after her surgery.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Contributor Zoë Sessums appreciates the strong edge support and overall design of the brand’s Natural mattress.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
The waxy leaves make this mostly problem-free plant drought-tolerant, but cleyera appreciates protection from the afternoon sun.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Brown appreciates the architecture of this structural plant amid more blowsy natives.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 1 May 2026
Bagent appreciates his time working with coach Ben Johnson, too, even as a backup.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Sophomore first baseman/pitcher Payton Cherep also appreciates what Miller contributes to the Trojans.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciates
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CycloKinetics says the fuel improves combustion performance and increases energy density, helping missiles travel farther while improving standoff capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Prioritize In-Flight Hydration Air travel greatly increases your risk of dehydration due to the extremely low humidity and lower cabin pressure.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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University of Oregon chemist Christopher Hendon loves his coffee—so much so that studying all the factors that go into creating the perfect cuppa constitutes a significant area of research for him.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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The gorgeous Monarch butterfly loves this flower in particular.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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Enyedi, a veteran director whose 1989 debut My 20th Century was a small arthouse phenomenon back in the day, and whose 2017 film On Body and Soul won the Golden Bear at Berlin and was nominated for an Oscar, understands her audience the way a scientist understands their subject.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
6 May 2026
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Last July, Wolfson found Barahona competent, ruling that Barahona was capable of aiding his defense attorneys and understands the severity of the penalties should he be found guilty.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Grier, too, admires Reid, who had six points in 10 OHL playoff games.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Ellis admires the passion and win-first mentality Nico Iamaleava brings to his position.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The move comes as electricity demand in the country’s mining region rises faster than supply, with miners building metal processing plants to satisfy local policymakers’ desire to keep some of the value chain in the country.—
Ruben Nyanguila,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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Smoke rises from Israeli bombardment on the village of Mayfadoun, as seen from nearby Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon, May 6, 2026.—
May 6,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Georgia greatly values stability.—
Connor Riley,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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But a patient pugilist values the muffled thud of shots to the resolve.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Holmes knows the difference between a hundred and forty types of tobacco ash.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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No one ever quite knows how an event will be interrupted, a notion that was proved bizarrely at last week’s World Snooker Championships when an audience member halted proceedings to protest about the BBC licence fee.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
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The historic property on Lake George in New York’s Adirondack Mountains respects its history while keeping up with the luxuries expected by modern travelers.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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That means making sure proper notice is given, that services and alternatives are offered where required and that the process respects the dignity of every person affected.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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“Appreciates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciates. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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