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
The city enjoys a classic Mediterranean climate, featuring long, dry summers and relatively mild, rainier winters.
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Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Hart enjoys being that teammate.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
In addition to running, Flagg also enjoys swimming and cycling.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Chait, meanwhile, enjoys the thrill of searching and bargaining.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
The company still enjoys higher loyalty than the industry average.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 28 Jan. 2026
Just shared the recipe with a niece who enjoys baking.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) enjoys a reputation as a destination for those curious about and interested in discovering new and unusual cinematic voices.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
Carnahan said his 12-year-old daughter enjoys sitting at her pen and providing answers.
—Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Hart enjoys being that teammate.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
In addition to running, Flagg also enjoys swimming and cycling.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Chait, meanwhile, enjoys the thrill of searching and bargaining.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
The company still enjoys higher loyalty than the industry average.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 28 Jan. 2026
Just shared the recipe with a niece who enjoys baking.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) enjoys a reputation as a destination for those curious about and interested in discovering new and unusual cinematic voices.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
Carnahan said his 12-year-old daughter enjoys sitting at her pen and providing answers.
—Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoys
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Director Marianna Bassham loves working on pieces that are a bit scary.—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The jokes are funny, everyone loves them.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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This previously-$30 set of Merino wool socks already has an excellent value, but the new price point is even sweeter.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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The bakery has two trailers on the property that are used for housing and as a test kitchen for the bakers.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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In the final episode, Swift savors the final three shows in Vancouver and counts down to closing the book on yet another era of her life with her family and crew.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
23 Dec. 2025
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Shanks doesn’t hide where his script is going, but instead savors its humor and black heart.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 Dec. 2025
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Chigos owns commercial properties in downtown that would be harmed during another huge flood.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Belichick owns the second-most wins by a head coach in NFL history, going 333-178, including the playoffs.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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At first, Hayley seems to be the doting assistant, albeit one who also likes to go out and hook up and take drugs.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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Willing tackler who likes to hit.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
26 Jan. 2026
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Though particular and precise in an operating room, Toni possesses a magnetic zest for life and exudes warmth with patients and her students.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
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Humana possesses structural advantages in CenterWell (their care delivery division) and is focusing on operational efficiencies (aiming for over $100M in savings via AI and outsourcing).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Of course, Butler still relishes the play that changed his life.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Trump knows that well and clearly relishes the inauthentic.—
James Warren,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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The cabin in the woods might be gone, replaced with a Ray Harryhausen–style swords-and-sandals epic, but Army of Darkness retains all of the gonzo energy of the previous Evil Dead.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
31 Jan. 2026
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The News retains full editorial control of this coverage.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Enjoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoys. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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