as in pleased
to give in to (a desire)
the gooey dessert catered to the children's sweet tooth
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catered (to)
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However, two days later, Long addressed Carey's reaction on The Shade Room, revealing Carey asked her to sing during the tribute and was pleased by her set.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025 -
Considering the Season 3 finale had mixed reviews, with many viewers wishing Han had given audiences an extended look at Conrad and Belly's future, this surprise announcement has pleased Bonrad fans everywhere.—
Rachel Choy,
Refinery29,
22 Sep. 2025
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Chinn is gratified that Chan’s nonprofit is bringing visibility to such a critical time in history.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Vance added that he's gratified by hearing calls for unity and condolences from Democratic friends and colleagues.—
Erin Glynn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Aztecs speared and ate them, and Catholic monks indulged on the aquatic delicacies on days they weren’t allowed to eat red meat.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
9 Sep. 2025
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At one point Wednesday, the judge indulged their request to meet with Adelson and the attorneys at a side bar out of the public’s earshot.—
Lauren del Valle,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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The actor then humored the crowd with an impression of the old Hollywood mogul recounting his pursuits of a beautiful woman in the Paramount commissary.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Uber Eats’ new Fresh Guarantee means that if your fresh item arrives spoiled, damaged, stale, or past its best-by date, the company will ensure a full review and refund for eligible items.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
25 Sep. 2025
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The point is to build a story so good, it can’t be spoiled.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Focusing solely on the weak link generated screams that delighted the whole pack of friends and family.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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Central Park has long been a magnet for street performers, but the simple synchronicity between dog and musician has delighted viewers.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The percentage of Democrats satisfied stayed near 1% and independents remained at around 23%.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
22 Sep. 2025
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He was sentenced to 50 days in jail, which has already been satisfied by time served following his arrest, and five years probation.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Catered (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catered%20%28to%29. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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