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
But rather than appreciating the extra game, a number of fans have balked at the additional football.
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Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
While the players are excited about the new look, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel remains focused on the NFL season, appreciating the uniform’s unique shade but prioritizing team performance.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
Readers start noticing foreshadowing, appreciating character nuance, enjoying the pacing.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
Among those appreciating his new modernized digs is Cpl.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 23 Sep. 2025
True inclusion means appreciating the diversity of experiences each of us brings—and unlocking the power that comes from being fully ourselves at work.
—Tia Katz, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Cinephiles will love the attention to details within each movie; escape room fans can get their fix by going on the hunt to finish the challenges; and artgoers can spend their time appreciating the designs and sculptures crafted by hand.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
Bathth Hanging Bird Feeder and Bath With this bird feeder and bath set, you’re bound to spend a lot more time appreciating nature and less time scrolling on your phone.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Despite this positioning as a one-stop shop for medical devices, Medtronic's stock price has stagnated – appreciating just 15% over the past decade and down 8% in the last five years.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 23 Aug. 2025
Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
While the players are excited about the new look, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel remains focused on the NFL season, appreciating the uniform’s unique shade but prioritizing team performance.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
Readers start noticing foreshadowing, appreciating character nuance, enjoying the pacing.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
Among those appreciating his new modernized digs is Cpl.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 23 Sep. 2025
True inclusion means appreciating the diversity of experiences each of us brings—and unlocking the power that comes from being fully ourselves at work.
—Tia Katz, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Cinephiles will love the attention to details within each movie; escape room fans can get their fix by going on the hunt to finish the challenges; and artgoers can spend their time appreciating the designs and sculptures crafted by hand.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
Bathth Hanging Bird Feeder and Bath With this bird feeder and bath set, you’re bound to spend a lot more time appreciating nature and less time scrolling on your phone.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Despite this positioning as a one-stop shop for medical devices, Medtronic's stock price has stagnated – appreciating just 15% over the past decade and down 8% in the last five years.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 23 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciating
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The government can raise revenues by increasing the payroll tax that funds Social Security or the income threshold to continue paying the tax or raise the full retirement age.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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People would be wise to consider the ever-increasing cost of homes in the area before selling their property due to immigration enforcement fears, Gonzalez said.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
5 Oct. 2025
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By valuing each client’s narrative, the firm transforms representation into a partnership, ensuring individuals feel informed and empowered throughout.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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Its increase—up more than 45% over the past year—has outperformed the S&P 500, perhaps suggesting investors are valuing the security of gold more than the riskier equity markets.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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For the first 330 days, Goldberg-Polin fought to save her son’s life, not knowing he was executed on day 328.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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That dominance, with Chapman often waiting in the wings, gave Cora the advantage of managing seven-inning games, knowing any lead was likely safe over the final two frames.—
Michael Hurley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The movie’s loveliest section is when Abslam starts to see her with new eyes, admiring her resourcefulness as a gentle romance blooms.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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Why do pop stars, designers, and everyday wearers alike keep returning to it, reinventing it, and re-admiring it?—
Shelton Boyd-Griffith,
Vogue,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Fatal dog attacks, though rare in the United States, have been sharply rising in recent years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Joel Quenneville taking over a rising team loaded with exciting young players and leading them to the playoffs?—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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And without understanding these models at a deep level, they can’t be trusted to do anything where failure is not an option.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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While there’s no single biomarker that can perfectly predict disease or mortality, there are many that reign supreme in understanding women’s overall health and disease risk.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The whole concept was about respecting and loving each other and also taking care of our home and our culture.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
1 Oct. 2025
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Jonas said the alerts are meant to give parents enough knowledge about a potentially harmful situation to have a conversation with their teenager while still respecting the child’s privacy and autonomy.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And with the rise of artificial intelligence, generative science is accelerating extraordinary solutions — from mapping geothermal resources underground to discovering novel methods of energy storage.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
1 Oct. 2025
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Wells also added Capital One to the list, citing monthly credit and accelerating buybacks as catalysts.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Appreciating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciating. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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