1
as in to indulge
to give in to (a desire)
just gratify this one whim of mine
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2
as in to satisfy
to give satisfaction to
your presence at the holiday table would really gratify your grandmother
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Recent Examples of gratify
Chinn is gratified that Chan’s nonprofit is bringing visibility to such a critical time in history.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Vance added that he's gratified by hearing calls for unity and condolences from Democratic friends and colleagues.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025
She was gratified to see the man there in the counselor's office that day.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Seeing the results of their work has been gratifying.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Vance added that he's gratified by hearing calls for unity and condolences from Democratic friends and colleagues.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025
She was gratified to see the man there in the counselor's office that day.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Seeing the results of their work has been gratifying.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratify
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Ready to indulge your sweet tooth?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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High-protein desserts can be a great way to indulge your sweet tooth, promote satiety (feeling satisfied after eating), balance blood sugar, and support muscle repair.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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While protein bars may never be as delicious as candy bars, these picks will satisfy your hunger and your taste buds.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Oct. 2025
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Everything from the glossy caramel drizzle to the satisfying crunch is a little messy, but totally charming, just like you.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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There’s always someone around the corner who’s eager to please you, but being so recognizable can become incredibly isolating as well.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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Ahead of her concerts in New York City, Sabrina Carpenter is encouraging subway riders to please, please, please practice good etiquette on the trains.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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Nancy Bernstorff and Terri Lopez, both from Ramona, said they were delighted by Truett’s artwork.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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The buttery shortbread dough, coated twice in powdered sugar, creates a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s sure to delight.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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In the minds of many – but not all – hurricane and climate experts, Melissa’s terrifying trip through the Caribbean also piled on evidence of the increasing influence of a warming ocean on an evolving hurricane landscape.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup This slow cooker vegetable soup is guaranteed to warm you up on a chilly day.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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In a live interview, Jimmy Kimmel asked Aniston to humor him in a huge way.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Sep. 2025
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The actor then humored the crowd with an impression of the old Hollywood mogul recounting his pursuits of a beautiful woman in the Paramount commissary.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Toronto Blue Jays nearly ended their 32-year World Series drought, but the Los Angeles Dodgers spoiled their hopes in Game 7.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Mizzou had a chance to spoil the fun and put the national spotlight on Columbia.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Gratify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratify. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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