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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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
Not everyone enjoys the company of the jeans guy.
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Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
She’s modeled for publications like Grazia Bulgaria and enjoys dance, too.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
Landry enjoys mixing yogurt with peanut butter to make a dip for apples.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
Little Bootsie enjoys toys and still has that playful, young-at-heart spark.
—Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Having accepted Edgar Linton’s offer to join hands (and bank accounts), Cathy enjoys the creature comforts of her new life with a heavy heart that still longs for Heathcliff’s rough embrace.
—Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
For anyone who enjoys redecorating with the seasons or simply likes to refresh a room’s look without a major investment, swapping out a duvet cover is one of the simplest ways to do it.
—Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Many Californians avoid Mills Act homes because of strict preservation rules, but the couple enjoys the challenge of restoring and caring for their historic house.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Masamoto enjoys a strong relationship with Yu Darvish, who played for the Cubs and remains an influential figure among Japanese players.
—Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
She’s modeled for publications like Grazia Bulgaria and enjoys dance, too.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
Landry enjoys mixing yogurt with peanut butter to make a dip for apples.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
Little Bootsie enjoys toys and still has that playful, young-at-heart spark.
—Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Having accepted Edgar Linton’s offer to join hands (and bank accounts), Cathy enjoys the creature comforts of her new life with a heavy heart that still longs for Heathcliff’s rough embrace.
—Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
For anyone who enjoys redecorating with the seasons or simply likes to refresh a room’s look without a major investment, swapping out a duvet cover is one of the simplest ways to do it.
—Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Many Californians avoid Mills Act homes because of strict preservation rules, but the couple enjoys the challenge of restoring and caring for their historic house.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Masamoto enjoys a strong relationship with Yu Darvish, who played for the Cubs and remains an influential figure among Japanese players.
—Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoys
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Martin loves Leslie deeply, and is her primary caregiver, while Amanda and her daughter have only moved temporarily from Newcastle to look after her.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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To someone who really loves their dog, that matters.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Bipartisan skepticism of corporate power comes and goes in America, but the latest wave has roots in the parallel streams flowing from the Great Financial Crisis, Occupy Wall Street and the Tea Party.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Paul has a reputation for taking collectibles to extreme levels and has spent millions to secure some of the rarest items ever produced, including NFTs - unique, verifiable digital assets traded on the blockchain.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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The scenic design by Paul Tate dePOO III savors the show’s Grand Guignol flavors while leaving plenty of flexibility for antic comedy.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Come lunch, Hall savors a wrap sandwich stuffed with hummus and mixed greens, and dinner is air-fryer barbecue chicken thighs, roasted broccoli, and brown basmati rice.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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Another conundrum is how to model a fair system to charge for cars registered outside of the municipality that owns and pays for the parking facility.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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With the four-story, 60,000-square-foot building having city historic designation, developer Ken Breunig – who owns the building – has filed renovation plans with the Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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They're arranged in haphazard rows, with Andrew Jackson occupying a prime front spot simply because the owner likes his hair.—
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Beaullieu likes to serve it alongside potato salad and garlic bread.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2026
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Victims require an advocate who possesses equal expertise to the teams that corporations and insurers use to safeguard their interests.—
Wyles Daniel,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Norwegian possesses industry-leading assets, leading the industry in investment-per-berth and featuring a premium cabin mix and compelling onboard amenities.—
Adam Goldstein,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Ever the showman, Marty relishes ditching the pretense and his wardrobe onstage, embracing his competitive streak.—
Emma Fraser,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The president who relishes causing offense now takes offense at the ongoing intrusion from a ghost of his past.—
Tara Palmeri,
Vanity Fair,
12 Feb. 2026
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If a player challenges successfully, their team retains the opportunity to do so again.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Macy’s is packed with excellent deals on a wide variety of packable styles, like the low-profile Dolce Vita Sariya Lace-up Sneakers, now almost $50 off, which feature a flexible upper that retains its shape well after being tucked into a carry-on.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Enjoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoys. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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