1
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in to honor
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 recognize
Sage is recognized as a global leader in providing accounting, financial, human resources, and payroll technology solutions for small and mid-sized businesses.
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Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
The state of Indiana, recognizing the project’s complexity and potential expense, awarded the town $5 million from its Next Trails program in December 2023.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Rattlesnakes can be recognized by the distinct sound their rattles make.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Knowing how to recognize a Kemp’s ridley helps, too.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
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Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
The state of Indiana, recognizing the project’s complexity and potential expense, awarded the town $5 million from its Next Trails program in December 2023.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Rattlesnakes can be recognized by the distinct sound their rattles make.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Knowing how to recognize a Kemp’s ridley helps, too.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
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The resulting insights are intended to help scientists understand how the ocean is changing and what those changes mean for the planet.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police Chief Superintendent Chris Leather called it a national security incident and said the national police force is working with Toronto police to understand the motive.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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He also was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2023 and nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2025 and 2026.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
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The monument honors the National Woman’s Party, which fought for suffrage in the early 19th century.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
11 Mar. 2026
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With style, grace and a lot of love, the Lower Merion High School figure skating duo of Justin and Suri Lue know how to put on a cutting-edge show.—
Krystle Rich,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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It is known as Obamacare, but only informally.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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On a Birmingham High basketball team with only four seniors and plenty of hope for the future, Halic was making sure to thank Eleri after the Patriots’ 74-64 loss to Antioch Cornerstone Christian in the state Division III championship game on Friday night at Golden 1 Center.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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Humphries thanked Trump for his executive actions in protecting women's sports and making IVF more accessible for hopeful mothers.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Researchers using advanced imaging technology have deciphered 79 previously invisible inscriptions — including love notes, drawings of gladiators, and everyday messages — on a wall in the ancient city of Pompeii, offering a rare window into the lives of ordinary people nearly 2,000 years ago.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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Using this method, researchers deciphered 79 additional inscriptions that had eluded scholars for generations.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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Global art markets saw modest growth in 2025 after two years of decline — but the recovery is partial and fragile.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Offensively, the Cowboys were clearly comfortable seeing TCU’s style of defense for a third time.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Newhouse Wildlife Rescue put a banana next to the saw-whet owl to help people comprehend its tiny size.—
Breana Pitts,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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There’s a theory, often debated online, that America is home to foods the European mind (and body) simply cannot comprehend.—
Liam Inscoe-Jones,
Pitchfork,
5 Mar. 2026
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The main challenge was to respect the centuries-old architecture while incorporating the midcentury French and Italian design pieces that the owners particularly appreciate.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
8 Mar. 2026
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And the Royals appreciate the encouraging start.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Recognize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognize. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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