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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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
In the meantime, 10 is a round number worth appreciating in Adelman’s eyes.
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Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Ollie's Bargain Outlet is the leader in a niche that's only getting bigger – and the market isn't fully appreciating that yet, according to Jefferies.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Fan Can't Get Enough Blue Bell fans also seem excited about the new flavor, with many particularly appreciating its brown sugar ice cream base.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2026
Just after Christmas last year, a mother posted a video of her five-year-old son appreciating his presents from Santa Clause.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
City officials welcomed the project, appreciating how student ideas could be used in real life to make tourism more engaging.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 28 Mar. 2026
This practice begins with appreciating the beauty of nature and the miracle that anything exists at all.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
That seems to be the essence of appreciating the sui generis charms of this place.
—Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Mar. 2026
Reviews of the film were largely positive, with critics and audiences appreciating the link between art and political organizing.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Ollie's Bargain Outlet is the leader in a niche that's only getting bigger – and the market isn't fully appreciating that yet, according to Jefferies.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Fan Can't Get Enough Blue Bell fans also seem excited about the new flavor, with many particularly appreciating its brown sugar ice cream base.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2026
Just after Christmas last year, a mother posted a video of her five-year-old son appreciating his presents from Santa Clause.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
City officials welcomed the project, appreciating how student ideas could be used in real life to make tourism more engaging.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 28 Mar. 2026
This practice begins with appreciating the beauty of nature and the miracle that anything exists at all.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
That seems to be the essence of appreciating the sui generis charms of this place.
—Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Mar. 2026
Reviews of the film were largely positive, with critics and audiences appreciating the link between art and political organizing.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciating
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The investigation comes amid increasing federal scrutiny of the amount of money fans are paying to watch sports on television.—
Joe Reedy,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Even as Silicon Valley continues to generate extraordinary wealth and innovation, the system supporting that success is under increasing pressure.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Hornets boast 11 first-round picks along with 14 second-rounders over the next seven years, valuing even marginal improvements such as pick swaps or extra second-round selections.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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And according to data from Opendoor, the preference for subdued shades extends to the front door as well, with 44% of homeowners valuing white, gray, gray-blue, and gray-green at an entrance.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
8 Apr. 2026
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In these cases, knowing which funds are legally protected and exploring debt relief options early are your best defenses.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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All this is happening with uncertainty about a possible MLB lockout when the current collective bargaining agreement runs out and not knowing what changes might happen to the draft.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Outside of simply admiring this natural setting and taking as many pictures as possible, there are other fun ways to enjoy the park, like hiking the dunes or renting sand sleds and sand boards on-site.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Apr. 2026
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Look at this man trying to find points of connection while also admiring her work and lifting it above his.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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On his goal, Thomas swooped into the middle lane to dust McTavish and receive a slick feed from Broberg that sent him toward a vulnerable Dostál with speed for a rising shot.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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Will the retirement age keep rising?—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Kirk had built a reputation as an activist in part by showing up on college campuses to sell conservatism to NPR-loving liberals.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Maul and Devon's relationship is an entertaining tug-of-war; Lawson is a caf-loving lawman best described as well-meaning, but out of his element; and the inevitable arrival of Imperial forces (including two Inquisitors) quickly threatens disaster for both sides.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Such initiatives are crucial for understanding how our home star emits radiation, a life-and-death concern for human spaceflight missions — particularly for trips to the moon, as NASA is pursuing with the Artemis program, or Mars.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2026
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And if moderation within that system is limited, as some argue, then the challenge for policymakers is not simply negotiation, but understanding the ideology that drives it.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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And so there was a ripple effect from me not addressing that grief and trauma; from not respecting it, and running from it, and hiding it, and masking it with alcohol.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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In the memo to Snelling, White wrote that someone — evidently a school administrator whose name was withheld — had spoken to Pujoe about respecting boundaries with female students four or five times and specifically about his history of driving students in his personal car, White wrote.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Appreciating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciating. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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