1
as in to delight
to give satisfaction to
fresh flowers please me greatly
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2
as in to want
to see fit
clearly, you are going to do as you please no matter what I advise
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Recent Examples of please
There’s some heartbreaking moments where Mary’s trying so hard to please him.
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Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Netflix has a new #1 movie in its top 10 list, a romantic comedy that seems to have pleased both critics and audiences alike, far from a sure thing in that genre.
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Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
The early days in labor negotiations often are geared toward communicating one’s own goals, rather than trying to please the other side.
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Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
Olive Oil Bundt Cake An olive oil Bundt cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert for birthdays, summer gatherings, or just as an indulgent end to a meal.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
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Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Netflix has a new #1 movie in its top 10 list, a romantic comedy that seems to have pleased both critics and audiences alike, far from a sure thing in that genre.
—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
The early days in labor negotiations often are geared toward communicating one’s own goals, rather than trying to please the other side.
—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
Olive Oil Bundt Cake An olive oil Bundt cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert for birthdays, summer gatherings, or just as an indulgent end to a meal.
—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for please
Recent Examples of Synonyms for please
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This lighthearted cameo delighted longtime fans and underscored that, while the late-night institution has closed, Colbert himself isn't disappearing from the spotlight anytime soon.
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On the final day of Pride Month, here’s one final bonkers gay story to delight and amaze you.
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With potentially record-breaking heat coming to Washington, DC on the Fourth of July, people wanting to catch fireworks by saving an early spot on the National Mall will have a lot of waiting to do.
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And who wouldn’t want to stay a good long while here—especially to take maximum advantage of that 16,000-square-foot spa?
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If there isn't enough money to satisfy every creditor, state probate laws determine the order in which claims are paid.
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The Justices ruled the president cannot redefine birthright citizenship, and all children who are born in the United States, whether their parents are in the country legally or not, satisfy citizenship requirements in the 14th amendment.
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Individuals wishing to stay and work in the United States face difficult choices.
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Customers wished all the best for Smith, a dedicated father and chef.
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Other low-income counties in New Mexico, a state with many of the country's fastest-warming cities, show similarly low AC use.
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The terrain is rocky, with vineyards clinging to steep limestone slopes, simultaneously warmed by the sun and cooled by salty Adriatic breezes.
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Old borrowers may need to consolidate loans, choose new repayment plans or risk being involuntarily placed in one that may not fit their budget, loan experts said.
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Design is what decides whether a person can do their best work, find the thread to something larger, and choose without leaving.
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More:Stellantis dealers glad Tavares is out, but now concern grows for the future Contact Jamie L. LaReau: [email protected].
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Scherzer is now on the IL with back spasms, still trying to will his way back to his old self.
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Messi willed Argentina to victory in the 2022 World Cup, won four UEFA Champions League titles with Barcelona and was honored a record eight times with the Ballon d’Or, given the world’s top player each year.
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“Please.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/please. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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