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as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in honoring
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 recognizing
Also on June 20 was a tribute by the LCCF recognizing the Libertyville High School (LHS) state champion baseball team.
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Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
In specific terms, that respect must be demonstrated by recognizing Juneteenth as an official paid holiday throughout the county.
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Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
21 June 2026
The publication is exploring ways to create content that serves both human readers and AI agents, recognizing that increasingly, the first consumer of information may not be a person at all.
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Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
Hospitals increasingly integrate positive experiences, recognizing that joy and connection can significantly aid recovery.
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Mill Etienne,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
The Lions are not typically a team that flies counter to recognizing social justice causes.
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Armando Salguero Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
Some doctors pulled back on prescriptions, recognizing the potential for abuse.
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Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Police are investigating the vandalism of a painting recognizing Black achievement at the Houston Museum of African American Culture.
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Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
Former running back Ashton Jeanty will join him, as the 2-yard hash mark for his jersey number will also be painted orange, thereby recognizing the Broncos’ only two Heisman Trophy finalists.
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Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
In specific terms, that respect must be demonstrated by recognizing Juneteenth as an official paid holiday throughout the county.
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Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
21 June 2026
The publication is exploring ways to create content that serves both human readers and AI agents, recognizing that increasingly, the first consumer of information may not be a person at all.
—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
Hospitals increasingly integrate positive experiences, recognizing that joy and connection can significantly aid recovery.
—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
The Lions are not typically a team that flies counter to recognizing social justice causes.
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Armando Salguero Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
Some doctors pulled back on prescriptions, recognizing the potential for abuse.
—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Police are investigating the vandalism of a painting recognizing Black achievement at the Houston Museum of African American Culture.
—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
Former running back Ashton Jeanty will join him, as the 2-yard hash mark for his jersey number will also be painted orange, thereby recognizing the Broncos’ only two Heisman Trophy finalists.
—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognizing
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Marketing has always required senior-level judgment and knowing which levers to pull, why and when.
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This reportedly includes not giving guests many details about the wedding, with people invited instructed to arrive in New York, without knowing when and where the wedding will be.
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In October 2024, the OnlyFans hair creator shared sweet throwback photos of her eldest son, Donnie, honoring his 10th birthday.
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The capsule installation was part of a joint ceremony with the unveiling of a park marker honoring patriots.
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Those worries make sense, and understanding how bird flu spreads and what to watch for is the best way to protect your flock and yourself.
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Why The Old Approach No Longer Works The old playbook assumed that cultural knowledge was scarce, international interactions were occasional, and understanding national norms was the primary challenge.
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Already, papyrologists are deciphering new texts that indicate other possible authors in the Herculaneum collection, including one of the leaders of the Stoic philosophy school.
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An education tent will provide free education and resources regarding topics from deciphering Title IX to end-of-life care and self-advocacy.
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The journey in seeing a friend’s city anew becomes another way of seeing home.
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On June 9, witnesses reported seeing a man start a small brush fire in a field behind the Wal-Mart on Camino Arroyo, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office.
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Hard sci-fi, meanwhile, leans into the fact that life evolving on other planets, under different conditions, and across different stretches of time will almost certainly take on forms so different from ours that comprehending them would be like imagining a new color.
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As for whether comprehending the wiring of the brain really demands techniques from the frontiers of theoretical physics, questions remain.
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Kelce spotlighting Swift’s intelligence A true golden retriever boyfriend distinguishes himself by appreciating his partner’s smarts.
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First, wealthy investors buy appreciating assets like stocks, real estate or art.
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But the combatants kept grasping and tugging each other off-balance.
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The initiative aims to address one of industrial robotics’ biggest challenges—grasping and manipulation—while improving automation capabilities and potentially reducing engineering time for handling applications by up to 30 percent.
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“Recognizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognizing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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