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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
A day later, both sides were outside during breaks enjoying an unseasonably warm mid-March day in Manhattan.
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Doug Feinberg, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area Grab coffee at Café Lyria in Noho, take a cycling class at AARMY, stop by Baya Bar for a smoothie, spot your favorite TikToker while enjoying a plate of fries at Fanelli Café in Soho, then see the sunset in Washington Square Park, where people watching is a favorite pastime.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
Puck’s food isn’t the only thing the stars will be enjoying on Hollywood’s biggest night, of course.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon strolling around downtown’s Market Square and enjoying the ample greenspace at World’s Fair Park.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
You may be used to viewing the night sky through one of the best telescopes or best binoculars, but enjoying the view of a meteorite through a microscope takes you much closer to the wonders of the universe.
—Heather Barker, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Around 400 people attended, with children dressing in their favorite costumes while enjoying rounds of bowling, music, games, pizza, s’mores and ice cream.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Especially when no one really is enjoying it?
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2026
Various clips are making the rounds on social media where Chiefs fans are enjoying seeing Jones’ latest silliness.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Doug Feinberg, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area Grab coffee at Café Lyria in Noho, take a cycling class at AARMY, stop by Baya Bar for a smoothie, spot your favorite TikToker while enjoying a plate of fries at Fanelli Café in Soho, then see the sunset in Washington Square Park, where people watching is a favorite pastime.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
Puck’s food isn’t the only thing the stars will be enjoying on Hollywood’s biggest night, of course.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon strolling around downtown’s Market Square and enjoying the ample greenspace at World’s Fair Park.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
You may be used to viewing the night sky through one of the best telescopes or best binoculars, but enjoying the view of a meteorite through a microscope takes you much closer to the wonders of the universe.
—Heather Barker, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Around 400 people attended, with children dressing in their favorite costumes while enjoying rounds of bowling, music, games, pizza, s’mores and ice cream.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Especially when no one really is enjoying it?
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2026
Various clips are making the rounds on social media where Chiefs fans are enjoying seeing Jones’ latest silliness.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoying
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Spend your weekend by the waves, savoring fresh seafood and exploring the area’s wildlife sanctuaries.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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On the topic of breakfast, give yourself the gift of actually savoring yours.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
9 Mar. 2026
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Bradbury said having an identity is key in this league, and likes the physical brand of football played in head coach Ben Johnson's offense.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Aiding a teenager slumped on the ground having a medical episode this month led to North Miami Beach officers learning that a Miami Gardens man had been raping her for at least the last two years — a discovery that her mother had long since made, authorities say.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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And Marlins players taking part are relishing the chance to represent their countries.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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Still, Republicans were relishing the opportunity to scrutinize the former Democratic president under oath.—
Stephen Groves,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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Amphitheaters are a huge part of Live Nation’s business, with the company owning about 150 across the country.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2026
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That’s how Netflix goes from selling CPMs on dramas to owning an entirely new premium ad category.—
Max Cutler,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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For the beach-loving minimalist, spring for effortless linens in muted hues.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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The brand’s latest machine falls squarely in that camp as well, a lightweight, track-loving roadster that’s a celebration of a 1951 race car driven by Stirling Moss.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
9 Mar. 2026
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There were fears that the salary cap would prevent teams from retaining top players.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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The pipe was being used as a retaining structure to keep the surrounding soil from collapsing during the operation, officials said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The agents can also teach themselves how to perform new tasks and keep detailed notes about a user’s preferences, allowing the agents to mold themselves to users’ liking over time.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
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The textile strap can be adjusted to your exact liking on each foot, since the fabric is completely permeable.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Andrey Lopez is facing eight charges related to selling, possessing and delivering drugs, including marijuana, psilocybin and an opioid, his arrest report read.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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Despite possessing PhDs—her mother in chemistry and her father in architecture—her parents initially struggled to get work after immigrating.—
Kemi Alemoru,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Enjoying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoying. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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