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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rejoice in
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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejoice (in)
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Both experts recommended sticking only to high-quality fresh or pasteurized eggs and enjoying Italian coffee in moderation.—
Eleesha Lockett,
Verywell Health,
27 Feb. 2026 -
The protests in Nepal last year revealed the extent of young people’s frustration with corruption and a lack of opportunity in the country, where around a fifth of young adults are unemployed, but where the children of the political elite seem to enjoy luxury lifestyles and numerous advantages.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The Montana Republican unexpectedly dropped his reelection bid on Wednesday night — a surprise, though Daines didn’t love all the travel and likes to spend time with his family.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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Some people like to vote on election day, said Dianne Clinkscale from Dallas, arguing that the county’s voters got cheated out their right on to vote.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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No one deserves to be abandoned, let alone by someone who supposedly loves them.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
28 Feb. 2026
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So there must be some wild cats who actually love water.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2026
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And no one is begrudging McAvoy and Swayman’s savoring the victory.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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There is more Champions League play-off action to savour this week — with the stakes high for the second leg ties.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Rejoice (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejoice%20%28in%29. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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