1
as in loves
to take pleasure in
TV and DVDs are OK, but we still enjoy seeing movies on the big screen
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2
as in has
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 enjoys
Gilpin’s elder daughter enjoys watching her mom act, especially during playtime.
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Audrey Schmidt, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
When asked why Stephen King enjoys such singular longevity in pop culture, both siblings pointed to some of the real-life horrors in the world around us as evidence that King has always been ahead of his time.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Iran, Baghdad’s arch enemy during Hussein’s rule, now enjoys significant influence in Iraq – another direct result of the US invasion.
—Ben Wedeman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
Badlands is a decidedly B-movie that thoroughly utilizes and enjoys the freedoms allowed when any prestige ambition is eschewed.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Originally from Louisiana area, Tuma moved to San Diego for the lifestyle and enjoys surfing every morning before work, often with fellow waverider Rhinerson.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Apparently, Princess Kate enjoys swimming in extremely cold streams and pools in the dark.
—Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Admittedly, this may delight a curious gardener who enjoys seeing what novelties a volunteer plant can produce.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
But as the region enjoys a recent surge in popularity, it’s welcomed a spate of new projects that continue to add to its vast tourism landscape.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Audrey Schmidt, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
When asked why Stephen King enjoys such singular longevity in pop culture, both siblings pointed to some of the real-life horrors in the world around us as evidence that King has always been ahead of his time.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Iran, Baghdad’s arch enemy during Hussein’s rule, now enjoys significant influence in Iraq – another direct result of the US invasion.
—Ben Wedeman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
Badlands is a decidedly B-movie that thoroughly utilizes and enjoys the freedoms allowed when any prestige ambition is eschewed.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Originally from Louisiana area, Tuma moved to San Diego for the lifestyle and enjoys surfing every morning before work, often with fellow waverider Rhinerson.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Apparently, Princess Kate enjoys swimming in extremely cold streams and pools in the dark.
—Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Admittedly, this may delight a curious gardener who enjoys seeing what novelties a volunteer plant can produce.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
But as the region enjoys a recent surge in popularity, it’s welcomed a spate of new projects that continue to add to its vast tourism landscape.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoys
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My daughter, Odette, and my wife Genevieve Padalecki will watch it, and Odette loves it, except for when Dean and Rory kiss.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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In Die My Love, a struggling new mom loves her child—but can’t stand anyone else.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
5 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, Emerald has no need for men, using a sperm donor to create her perfect family of high-achieving triplets.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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Murphy’s Monster co-creator Ian Brennan, who writes all eight episodes, clearly savors taking kernels of truth and turning them into batches of popcorn this season.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
4 Oct. 2025
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Humor savors an infirmity — a foible, a failing, a venality, a flaw.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Sep. 2025
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The company also owns film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films, and in-house studio AMC Studios.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Beyond his classic English country house, John also owns properties across Europe, including a summer house in Nice, France, and an apartment in Venice.—
Mekita Rivas,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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Everyone seems to care about Cindy a lot and really likes her.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Helping to prevent extreme heat damage, this is a great hair tool for someone who likes to experiment with different looks, or something who needs to streamline their haircare routine with more efficiency and consistency.—
Tim Chan,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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While each of these submarines is designed to carry up to 16 nuclear missiles, France only possesses 48 ballistic missiles—enough to arm three submarines, as the remaining vessel is always undergoing routine maintenance, the Nuclear Information Project said.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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According to estimates by the Arms Control Association, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons and the Federation of American Scientists, Russia possesses the most nuclear weapons in the world.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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For a man who clearly relishes his status, this is no small loss.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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These are the days Charles Lee relishes most, knowing the NBA’s ebbs and flows.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Plus, the pad and ports are discreetly tucked into the top shelf, so the lamp retains its classic aesthetic.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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Baldoni retains his right to appeal the defamation case judgment to a higher court once a decision is rendered on Lively’s right to recoup fees.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Enjoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoys. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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