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as in understands
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in honors
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
an awards banquet to recognize local heroes
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Recent Examples of recognizes
Hometown Heroes recognizes and supports the men and women who wore the uniform of the United States.
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Anne Brensley, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
Richie, an audiophile, immediately recognizes the artist and sparks up a conversation.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Known as the Oscars of the food world, the prize annually recognizes some of the best chefs, food writers, critics, journalists and restaurateurs in the country.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
The shop, which has only been in business for seven years, has been nominated for the Eisner Award, which recognizes the best retail shop in the world, for the third time.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
The firm recognizes that the information itself is often available, yet it may be distributed across multiple sources, each with its own level of detail, often in a confusing way.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
In 2025, Tomlinson was inducted into the Texas Institute of Letters, an honor society that recognizes distinctive literary achievement.
—Chris Tomlinson, Houston Chronicle, 7 May 2026
The award recognizes an individual in the entertainment world who personifies the industry’s dedication to humanitarian, cultural and charitable causes.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 May 2026
The tribute recognizes Canadians whose success opens the way for industry change and access for members of underrepresented communities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 May 2026
Anne Brensley, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
Richie, an audiophile, immediately recognizes the artist and sparks up a conversation.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Known as the Oscars of the food world, the prize annually recognizes some of the best chefs, food writers, critics, journalists and restaurateurs in the country.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
The shop, which has only been in business for seven years, has been nominated for the Eisner Award, which recognizes the best retail shop in the world, for the third time.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
The firm recognizes that the information itself is often available, yet it may be distributed across multiple sources, each with its own level of detail, often in a confusing way.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
In 2025, Tomlinson was inducted into the Texas Institute of Letters, an honor society that recognizes distinctive literary achievement.
—Chris Tomlinson, Houston Chronicle, 7 May 2026
The award recognizes an individual in the entertainment world who personifies the industry’s dedication to humanitarian, cultural and charitable causes.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 May 2026
The tribute recognizes Canadians whose success opens the way for industry change and access for members of underrepresented communities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognizes
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Peace returns when everyone understands what is being shared.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The director understands immediately.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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That’s an intriguing philosophical swerve for the series that, however late arriving, paves the way for an unexpectedly moving epilogue after God honors Aziraphale and Crowley’s request to remake the universe as a place without gods or demons.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
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Similar to the Michelin Guide, Forbes honors its winners with star ratings and recommendations, spotlighting destinations travelers should consider for luxury experiences.—
Drew Jackson,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2026
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The backstory Robin Hutson knows hotels.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Rashad knows that even now, at this late stage in hip-hop’s evolution, rappers are expected to guard their reputations carefully.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Just as the Mayor himself has become a figure who transcends city politics, Richards sees the task ahead as one that will have wider implications.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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In addition to expanding the denim and T-shirt offerings, Sung sees opportunities to expand footwear and accessories.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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In an oppositional reading of a media text, the audience comprehends that the message conflicts with or contradicts their personal experiences of society.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
5 May 2026
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In the end, A Guardian and a Thief is a story that comprehends hunger more deeply than the world that produces it.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Qualcomm’s chip can run Linux, along with Arduino software, and can even do computer vision, which deciphers what a camera sees and translates it into software.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
7 Oct. 2025
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With that base knowledge and his opponent’s game tape, Nolan analyzes wide receiver alignments and deciphers the offense's attack.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Sep. 2025
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Junior middle hitter David Neylon appreciates what Thompson means to the Warriors.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Letter writer appreciates friends’ support through family’s health struggles but also wants space to breathe.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
12 May 2026
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Odenkirk also grasps what to do and what not to do on camera.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Rosi’s artistry grasps the limitations of being a long-term guest, visually juxtaposing the ancient and elemental, busts and people.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Recognizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognizes. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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