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Recent Examples of recognize Shaffi, a senior data architect at Amazon Web Services, is widely recognized for designing secure, large scale data infrastructures that power global enterprises. Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025 The Associated Press reported that Robinson’s father recognized his son from the images released by law enforcement, and then encouraged his son to turn himself in. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025 His capture came after investigators circulated photos of the suspect, which Robinson’s father recognized. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 12 Sep. 2025 Robinson’s father recognized him from the photos released by the FBI and told him to turn himself in. Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for recognize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
Verb
  • Your smartphone's voice assistant struggles to understand your accent but works perfectly for others.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
  • While parenting responsibilities are widely understood and sometimes better supported in the workplace, senior care still has a long way to go, Zlotsky said.
    Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Beyond honoring Akil’s contributions, the evening sets the stage for the Hollywood Confidential College Tour launching later this fall.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Our first responsibility is to honor our commitments and wind down in a way that minimizes harm from the rescission.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • With the big night almost here, here's what to know about the award ceremony and how to watch it.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Your wallet — and your customer service experience — will depend on knowing the difference.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Busta Rhymes champions late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis Busta kept his remarks short and heartfelt, thanking his family and also taking the time to honor Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ who died earlier this year after being diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.
    Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Gil Pinto thanked Araghchi for Tehran's support and emphasized the importance of respecting Venezuela's sovereignty.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Teams of researchers are trying to use AI to decipher these rumbles.
    Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Researchers from each, plus the United States, were attempting to decipher the challenges presented by opposing either a regime or a decaying democracy.
    Ron Scherf, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lerner says some customers see savings of 30 to 50 percent in their first month.
    Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
  • This announcement came as a bit of a shock, given The Vampire Diaries actor and Olympic gold medalist had been seen holding hands at an outdoor market as recently as August 31.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • That is our special thing as Americans, and no European mind will ever comprehend that, Belly.
    Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Certain populations of students such as those from low-income households, those experiencing homelessness, those who are unable to speak or comprehend English, or children of an active-duty military member are eligible to enroll in a state pre-K program or obtain ESA money.
    Lina Ruiz September 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Some restaurants have chosen to raise prices, while others have reduced their portion sizes, neither of which their customers appreciate.
    Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • So, useful suggestions should be appreciated.
    Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Recognize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognize. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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