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Definition of rejoice (in)

as in to enjoy

to take pleasure in at least we can rejoice in the fact that the worst of the housing slump is over

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as in have

to keep, control, or experience as one's own The family rejoiced in the good news.

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Activities like boating, jet-skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, and mountain biking can all be enjoyed within a five-mile radius.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
That same year, Adkins opened the lake on his Middle Tennessee property to a group from Big Brothers Big Sisters, giving children and their mentors an opportunity to enjoy a day of fishing and other outdoor activities.

— Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of enjoy

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Surveys have repeatedly shown that Americans don't like the current clock changes, with lawmakers and physicians blaming the regular time shifts for drowsiness, inconveniences and even risks to health.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
Social convention dictates that you not be caught liking Hoffman’s posts or following her yourself.

— Ben Smith, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of like

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Senior quarterback Dardan Nreci, who gained 110 yards on the ground to go with a TD run, loves how Everette stretches the field vertically.

— Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
The Republicans used to love the language of creativity, and the Democrats liked the language of innovation.

— Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 28 Oct. 2026

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