1
as in savoring
to take pleasure in
TV and DVDs are OK, but we still enjoy seeing movies on the big screen
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as in having
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
a country where the people enjoy the highest living standards in the world
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Recent Examples of enjoying
The strength that the NFL is enjoying this year is in sharp contrast to the string of PR nightmares that the league faced not so long ago.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Unlike many of the other luxury hotels in Tokyo, the Ritz-Carlton has a sizable Japanese clientele—both businessmen and domestic travelers enjoying some Tokyo time.
—Brandon Presser, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Stained glass is enjoying a major revival, with Google searches rising by over 5,000% in the last month alone.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Also enjoying the couture in the City of Love, Michelle Pfeiffer hangs out with Kate Hudson, while Kate Middleton lends her time to charity in the Peak District.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
This successful squad is led by head coach Omar McMillan, who is really enjoying the ride this season.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Visit in January for the best chance of enjoying these beauties in optimal wintry weather.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
After dinner, couples can pick a tube and head into the rose pedal and floating candle adorned lazy river, enjoying a special floating dessert and champagne service, while being serenaded by a string musician.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Perry also included a black and white video in which they were seen enjoying sushi.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Unlike many of the other luxury hotels in Tokyo, the Ritz-Carlton has a sizable Japanese clientele—both businessmen and domestic travelers enjoying some Tokyo time.
—Brandon Presser, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Stained glass is enjoying a major revival, with Google searches rising by over 5,000% in the last month alone.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Also enjoying the couture in the City of Love, Michelle Pfeiffer hangs out with Kate Hudson, while Kate Middleton lends her time to charity in the Peak District.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
This successful squad is led by head coach Omar McMillan, who is really enjoying the ride this season.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Visit in January for the best chance of enjoying these beauties in optimal wintry weather.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
After dinner, couples can pick a tube and head into the rose pedal and floating candle adorned lazy river, enjoying a special floating dessert and champagne service, while being serenaded by a string musician.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Perry also included a black and white video in which they were seen enjoying sushi.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoying
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Despite the grind of an NFL career, Jarrett is savoring life as a dad.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
25 Jan. 2026
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Like Lohrei, Andersson played in his game Saturday, suggesting any prospective deal wasn’t that imminent, though the Flame, an upcoming unrestricted free agent, was seen savoring what might have been his last game at the Saddledome after his team’s win over the Islanders.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
18 Jan. 2026
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Rose emphasized the importance of the dig, as Chinese American cowboys were often overlooked in the historical record, despite having a big economic impact.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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If the right deal for a starting-level center is there for the Pacers right now, will the Pacers actually be buyers despite having the worst record in the NBA?—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Carey accompanied them, beaming, gladly relishing the homage.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Nicki Minaj is relishing in the rewards for her recent support for the MAGA movement.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The analyst added that owning a bank could also help Affirm bring other products in house.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
27 Jan. 2026
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But they were still politically left behind, among the millions of informal squatters who lived in Manila without owning any of it.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The wine-loving psychic is wearing a silky robe paired with pearls, palm trees behind her.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2026
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What brings the tweezer-loving team to Los Angeles?—
Emily Wilson,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 Jan. 2026
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Today, only 24% of organizations report issues with attracting or retaining employees, down from 36% last year, 45% from 2024 and 53% from 2023.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Candidates largely agree on recruitment, ICE Most of the candidates said that retaining and recruiting staff at the sheriff’s office, a challenge for years, will come down to who is in charge.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Jan. 2026
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The answer is, not very, although at least liking lesbians enough to laugh with and not at their culture surely counts as a prerequisite.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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The outlet reported that Victoria breached the legal letter by liking an Instagram post and that's why Brooklyn ultimately decided to block both of his parents on social media.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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If convicted, Taras faces up to 15 years in federal prison for each count of illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition and up to five years for possessing a gun within 1,000 feet of a school.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Emiliano Garduño Gálvez, 23, pleaded guilty in October to one count each of possessing an unregistered destructive device and obstructing law enforcement during a civil disorder.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Enjoying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoying. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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