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as in hands
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
a scenic walkway along the ocean shore that is intended for the enjoyment of all
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
this new video game should provide countless hours of enjoyment
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Recent Examples of enjoyment
The set includes two armchairs, a loveseat, and sleek glass-top coffee table, all crafted from waterproof, weather-resistant synthetic wicker to ensure years of enjoyment.
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Melanie Fincher, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Vines flower spring through fall for months of color and enjoyment.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Focus on their enjoyment of the activity rather than the goal of creating a mini Picasso.
—Cynthia Hanson, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
That a hockey game intended for the enjoyment and fun of our youth and their families and friends was the site of a mass shooting is unconscionable.
—Mark Reynolds, The Providence Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
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Melanie Fincher, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Vines flower spring through fall for months of color and enjoyment.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Focus on their enjoyment of the activity rather than the goal of creating a mini Picasso.
—Cynthia Hanson, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
That a hockey game intended for the enjoyment and fun of our youth and their families and friends was the site of a mass shooting is unconscionable.
—Mark Reynolds, The Providence Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for enjoyment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
Noun
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Bill Clinton, with a calmer demeanor and visibly shaking hands, denied having any knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Post the performance, the humanoid shook hands with Honor CEO James Li, and also performed a clean backflip that landed flawlessly, leaving the viewers amazed, meeting a ripple of applause across the room.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Their contentment and their connection is undeniable.—
John E. Green,
Time,
1 Feb. 2026
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The most common feelings reflected contentment rather than passion.—
Christine Zhang,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Publix knows shopping often is not in fact a pleasure.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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And actually giving can also be a sense of self-pleasure as well.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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Bankers are stressing that Press Ganey, which conducts patient satisfaction surveys for healthcare providers, is a safer bet because Medicare requires that data for reimbursements.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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People who aren't interested in being a founder for clout, but for the satisfaction of seeing your vision change the way people go about their daily lives.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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On the sleeper berth with tears in her eyes—tears, though, of happiness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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Much to the happiness of their mutually beloved John, the two eventually clear the air between them and strike up a friendship.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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Earlier this year, Nieman Lab reported that The New York Times had built an AI podcast summarizer for its staff to better monitor the massive volume of content created every day across that fragmented ecosystem.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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This content can only be displayed if JavaScript is enabled.—
Benjamin Wallace-Wells,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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Speaking via Zoom with his father, Jim, sitting next to him, McKenna is engaging, affable and, frankly, a delight.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2026
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These plantain treats — bound to make French fries and onion rings turn limp and soggy with insecurity — are merely a weekly afternoon delight.—
Kalpana Mohan,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Taurus April 20 – May 20 This morning invites playful focus and steady joy.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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April 20 – May 20 This morning invites playful focus and steady joy.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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