1
as in increasing
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 valuing
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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3
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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4
as in admiring
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 appreciating
Regardless of cause, the Yankees are certainly appreciating Goldschmidt’s vintage performance, which has also featured improved production against right-handed pitchers.
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Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
At that point, Hurley was simply appreciating local talent.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Now, more people are noticing and appreciating it.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 13 June 2026
Above and beyond, make this a period for living in the moment and appreciating the beauty that the universe is offering you.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
However, much of the campaign’s core message—namely, that summer nights allow for swimming, hiking, and appreciating Sommarøy’s stunning landscapes around the clock—remains accurate.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026
But some franchises are appreciating at a much slower rate than others.
—Evan Drellich, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The rise of the K-shape Stock market rallies and appreciating home values tend to buoy high-earner households, which disproportionately own such assets, and leave lower-income households behind.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 27 May 2026
Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
At that point, Hurley was simply appreciating local talent.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Now, more people are noticing and appreciating it.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 13 June 2026
Above and beyond, make this a period for living in the moment and appreciating the beauty that the universe is offering you.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
However, much of the campaign’s core message—namely, that summer nights allow for swimming, hiking, and appreciating Sommarøy’s stunning landscapes around the clock—remains accurate.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026
But some franchises are appreciating at a much slower rate than others.
—Evan Drellich, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The rise of the K-shape Stock market rallies and appreciating home values tend to buoy high-earner households, which disproportionately own such assets, and leave lower-income households behind.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciating
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In the study, which analyzed data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health collected between 2021 and 2024, researchers say that despite numerous state-level bans on kratom across the nation, its use is at an all-time high and is increasing.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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These whales face increasing threats from climate change and human activity.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
19 June 2026
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The following year, Anysphere raised $60 million in a Series A round valuing the company at $400 million.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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The deal is costing Fox $160 per share, using a combination of cash and Fox stock, and valuing Roku at $22 billion in total.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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While there are lash-growth serums, lengthening mascaras, and even professional lash extensions, knowing when and how to use each of these methods is what will actually make a difference.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
17 June 2026
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In the face of not knowing what AI will mean or become, our storytelling mind has jumped in to create answers where there are only questions, known in what is unknown.—
Nancy Colier,
Baltimore Sun,
17 June 2026
Verb
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But maybe a little less self-admiring performative ecstasy from some of the rest?—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
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Perhaps an attachment grows merely from admiring one player who is right here in KC, such as Lionel Messi of defending World Cup champion Argentina.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Not surprisingly, the number keeps rising.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Enter Maddie’s Secret, Early’s directorial debut, which follows a chef at GourMaybe Test Kitchen whose rising place in the food-influencer world clashes with her lifelong struggle with bulimia.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Kind structure lets your intuition guide practical, loving choices with grace.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
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Last year, the husband-and-wife duo marked their 28th anniversary with loving messages.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
Verb
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The lack of information generally is a big issue for blind travelers as well, along with airline and airport employees not understanding the rules that govern accommodations for blind passengers.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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For businesspeople, institutional investors, consumers with credit card or automobile debt, or anyone or anything else — for you — understanding the Fed is important.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Iran has set the bar high, and keeps raising it, by tying any final accord to a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, framed in the text of the agreement as respecting Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Time,
19 June 2026
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One of the most important things for them, beyond respecting the characters, was the look.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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“Appreciating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciating. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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