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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
Pundits are piling on, with the groupthink of armchair analysts reflexively comparing American’s stock chart to admittedly impressive peers such as Delta and United, without recognizing their differences as compared to American, which flies the world’s largest number of passengers by far.
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Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
After the shooting, Officer Alex Villarroel interviewed one of Fisher’s neighbors who reported recognizing the suspect, and once again the Cadillac came into play.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
Finally, Illinois should join 12 other states in recognizing students for excellence in civics with seals on their graduation diplomas.
—Erin Carlson Mast, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
This means engaging municipal leaders early in major policy and budget discussions, aligning priorities where possible and recognizing that collaboration — rather than competition — delivers better outcomes for residents.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Affordability starts with recognizing that government costs are always passed on to the people.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
In addition to competitive awards, the DGA presented two special service honors recognizing exemplary contributions to the guild and the industry.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Those years influenced his view that effective guidance grows from recognizing how the pieces of a client’s life fit together.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
This year will bring even more to celebrate as the center unveils its Historic Designated Landmark plaque, recognizing it as a historic site.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
After the shooting, Officer Alex Villarroel interviewed one of Fisher’s neighbors who reported recognizing the suspect, and once again the Cadillac came into play.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
Finally, Illinois should join 12 other states in recognizing students for excellence in civics with seals on their graduation diplomas.
—Erin Carlson Mast, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
This means engaging municipal leaders early in major policy and budget discussions, aligning priorities where possible and recognizing that collaboration — rather than competition — delivers better outcomes for residents.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Affordability starts with recognizing that government costs are always passed on to the people.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
In addition to competitive awards, the DGA presented two special service honors recognizing exemplary contributions to the guild and the industry.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Those years influenced his view that effective guidance grows from recognizing how the pieces of a client’s life fit together.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
This year will bring even more to celebrate as the center unveils its Historic Designated Landmark plaque, recognizing it as a historic site.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognizing
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But knowing a lot of the athletes personally comes with its challenges.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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In fact, much of his success came from a relentless commitment to knowing what was next.—
Katie Abel,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The judge ordered the exhibits restored on Presidents Day, the federal holiday honoring Washington’s legacy.—
Matthew Daly,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The legislature plans to pass a joint resolution honoring their lives.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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An easy place to start is by understanding warm and cool colors, which have different attributes.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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Hetzel’s contributions to the documentation and preservation of Imperial County history cannot be understated, acting as a valuable resource into understanding the truth of county infrastructure, development and industry.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Pitch tipping — the art of deciphering what might be coming based on small tells a pitcher might have — is a legal and common practice.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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Health care professionals are now caught between deciphering new legislation and their duty to provide quality care.—
Eleanor Sobel,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Around back-to-school time every August, health providers in Dallas are used to seeing lines of patients out the door to get routine immunizations, Huang said, but not this year.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Daughter #1 will not communicate with #2 and won’t even acknowledge her new baby and even seeing a photo of the baby can set her off.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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As for whether comprehending the wiring of the brain really demands techniques from the frontiers of theoretical physics, questions remain.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
13 Jan. 2026
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And only by comprehending the Star Eaters will Ro also comprehend his part in their potential destruction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Jan. 2026
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Continue in the southerly direction, appreciating the gnarled coast live oaks and sound of shy red-eared sliders plopping off their logs into the water.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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First, D’Amaro does not suffer from the myopic, centralized operator mentality ascribed to Chapek, appreciating the creative talent that is core to Disney magic.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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As expected, the arm opposite the brain injury often has major problems with weakness, stiffness and voluntary control, limiting its use for reaching, grasping and manipulating objects.—
Candice Maenza,
The Conversation,
2 Feb. 2026
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Look for toys that support tummy time, grasping and visual engagement.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Feb. 2026
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“Recognizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognizing. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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