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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
Jake, who previously interned at amNewYork, enjoys telling sports stories with a human-interest element and incorporating video within his coverage.
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Molly Fellin Spence, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
Nobody enjoys being randomly summoned into your post about the Top 37 Visionary Thought Leaders Changing Synergy in Healthcare.
—William Arruda, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Izzy enjoys creative activities like arts and crafts and loves visiting the library to pick out books to read.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
With a megaphone in his hand, Gonzalez pointed to the Ducks’ recent Stanley Cup playoff run as proof that Anaheim enjoys winning.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Mrigakshi is a science journalist who enjoys writing about space exploration, biology, and technological innovations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
Bella Hadid enjoys a dreamy day aboard a luxury yacht off the coast of Saint-Tropez, France, on May 22.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
Taiwan enjoys broad support among members of both US parties.
—Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
Currently, Pirro enjoys the support of Bowser in her effort to crack down on violent teen takeovers in the city.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Molly Fellin Spence, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
Nobody enjoys being randomly summoned into your post about the Top 37 Visionary Thought Leaders Changing Synergy in Healthcare.
—William Arruda, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Izzy enjoys creative activities like arts and crafts and loves visiting the library to pick out books to read.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
With a megaphone in his hand, Gonzalez pointed to the Ducks’ recent Stanley Cup playoff run as proof that Anaheim enjoys winning.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Mrigakshi is a science journalist who enjoys writing about space exploration, biology, and technological innovations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
Bella Hadid enjoys a dreamy day aboard a luxury yacht off the coast of Saint-Tropez, France, on May 22.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
Taiwan enjoys broad support among members of both US parties.
—Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
Currently, Pirro enjoys the support of Bowser in her effort to crack down on violent teen takeovers in the city.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoys
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Maddalena loves traveling to Japan, Hawaii, New York, Paris, Spain and, above all, Italy, her beloved country.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The industry loves talking about the circular economy, but the trail of money, or the lack thereof, tells a different story.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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Photos from the local information office in General Santos City, which has about 720,000 people, showed convenience stores and buildings crumbling in the aftermath of the quake.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Each puzzle has exactly one solution, so watch out for words or items that seem to belong to multiple categories!—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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In the Art Institute drawing, a woman savors a chunk of carrot cake while lounging topless amid twenty-one other figures performing semi-aerobic choreography across the wall.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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That’s the kind of conflict that nobody savors.—
Kristen Arnett,
Literary Hub,
7 May 2026
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Building community through art Chris Goode, a community leader who owns of Ruby Jean’s Juicery next door, said Wharry’s studio represents the kind of investment that can continue to matter after the World Cup ends.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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Bari Weiss directed the housecleaning at the newsmagazine last week, and Nick Bilton signed the letter telling Scott Pelley he was fired on Tuesday night, but the Paramount CEO owns the decisions and the disconcerting fallout.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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There are alligators aplenty in this area, and rumor has it that one likes to sun near the cottages in the high 20s—I'll leave it up to you to decide if that's a pro or a con.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Away from the spotlight, Hernandez likes swimming, spending time with friends and working on her makeup routine.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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But if everyone possesses the same technological advantage, technical proficiency alone will no longer distinguish students.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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FNPPs leverage shipyard capacity and regulatory expertise, with approximately 75% of total value added associated with the Balance of Plant—areas where the Greek maritime-industrial base already possesses relevant capabilities.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
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Much of Turkey’s attacking approach play centres on isolating Yildiz on the wing, a slippery winger who relishes the opportunity to run at his man.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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From his reality shows before becoming a politician, to hours spent entertaining at events in ways planned and impromptu, to proudly showing off his various properties and efforts to overhaul the White House, the president relishes hosting.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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The 700 Sky retains the same sporty spirit, of course, with a sleek, lightweight hull and a beastly powertrain ensuring exhilarating performance.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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The aircraft retains the fighting capability of the Gripen E variant and can also be used for training.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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“Enjoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoys. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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