as in comforting
making one feel good inside
pursued a rewarding career providing medical care to poor children in rural areas
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as in honoring
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions
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Recent Examples of rewarding
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
The free exercise clause prohibits government from regulating, prohibiting or rewarding religious beliefs, according to the Library of Congress.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 19 Apr. 2026
Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Hal’s interior life is rewarding to revisit.
—Allison McClain Merrill, Parents, 8 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Romance, fun diversions, vacations, sports events and rewarding activities with kids will be your theme.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
The free exercise clause prohibits government from regulating, prohibiting or rewarding religious beliefs, according to the Library of Congress.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
The program encourages clubs to bring top-100 prospects to the big leagues early by rewarding them with a draft pick based on the player’s finish in major awards voting.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Hal’s interior life is rewarding to revisit.
—Allison McClain Merrill, Parents, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarding
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The pancakes are fluffy, soft and chewy, the sausage is comforting and the biscuit is probably one of the best in Charlotte.—
Shindy Chen
April 20,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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This quick-cooking protein is the foundation of so many comforting meals—spaghetti sauce, meatloaf, casseroles, meatballs, tacos, and of course, burgers.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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Nia Long and Colman Domingo, who appear together in the upcoming Michael Jackson film biopic Michael, arrive at the 2026 AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards honoring Eddie Murphy at Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre on April 18.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Classic films from the likes of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, as well as Ken Loach, will be among the ways the fest will fete the dual anniversaries, along with an exhibition, a photo exhibition honoring later former president Václav Havel.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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Angels fans who had regained some faith in Yusei Kikuchi after last weekend’s encouraging start could only watch with frustration as all of that was wiped away in one disturbing inning.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The research is not conclusive on the use of GLP-1 and Alzheimer’s, but some preliminary data is encouraging.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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In New York, staged auto accidents, medical mills, and a lax threshold for awarding payouts are siphoning money from drivers, municipalities, and the MTA alike.—
Ike Brannon,
New York Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Stockdale's discoveries and dedication resulted in the Astronomical Society of Australia (ASA) awarding him the 2026 Berenice and Arthur Page Medal.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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That is the most fulfilling aspect of family practice.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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However, happily, most meaningful efforts, engagements, and pursuits involve profoundly more fulfilling and less harrowing change than moving.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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Attention around Simpson has since taken off, with people commending him for his kindness and generosity.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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After the hearing, Gorman’s family released a statement commending the judge for detaining Medina.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The small-seconds subdial adds a crisp visual counterpoint that makes the whole thing even more satisfying.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
22 Apr. 2026
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Viewers quickly rallied around the sister’s efforts in the comments, praising both the transformation and the bond between the two.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Players on both sides are constantly praising one another.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Rewarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarding. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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