as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
eating good chocolate gives me a sense of intense gratification
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Recent Examples of gratification
In an era of instant gratification and few taboos, how to represent an antique story so entirely conditioned on denial and restraint?
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 20 Feb. 2026
Styling products are usually instant-gratification territory—but what surprised me here was that the benefits didn’t stop once my hair dried.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Feb. 2026
Social media rewards immediate gratification.
—Mina Haque, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
For those who have learned the association, drinking a cup will give predictable gratification.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 20 Feb. 2026
Styling products are usually instant-gratification territory—but what surprised me here was that the benefits didn’t stop once my hair dried.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Feb. 2026
Social media rewards immediate gratification.
—Mina Haque, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
For those who have learned the association, drinking a cup will give predictable gratification.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for gratification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratification
Noun
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Manz requested that the restaurant shell out $100,000 to compensate him for medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress and lost enjoyment of his New York City trip.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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That’s because proper grading and drainage lay the foundation for healthy soil and plants, and good design shapes a functional flow in your everyday enjoyment of the garden, from utility paths to outlets, hose spigots, and lighting.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In the green room, the band enjoys a deep animal contentment that goes beyond words.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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Their contentment and their connection is undeniable.—
John E. Green,
Time,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Strong advisor retention and client satisfaction remain central to Thrivent’s long-term growth strategy, Cecere said, as the industry adapts to changing demographics and new digital tools.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
13 Mar. 2026
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But satisfaction over the tacit recognition of Ukraine's air defense expertise has been tempered by dwindling Western interceptor stockpiles in the Middle East — supplies that many in Ukraine had hoped might eventually make their way to Kyiv.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Her ability to help others while exceeding expectations has been a pleasure to witness.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Louisianians know the pleasure of a cushaw, which swaps perfectly with pumpkin.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Instead of desultoriness—a common atmosphere in these sorts of stories—the prevailing mood is one of qualified happiness.—
Deborah Treisman,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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Talk about them finding their way back to each other to get five minutes of happiness before it was all blown up by this accident.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Mar. 2026
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It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Follow delight by letting creativity lead!—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dobbins is a delight to watch and even more fun to talk to.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Gratification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratification. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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