as in likes
positive regard for something
she has great relish for early morning walks, which she takes nearly every day
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as in enjoys
to take pleasure in
visit again real soon, for I relish your company
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Recent Examples of relishes
Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Alex Caruso relishes making Jokic miserable.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
These are the moments James relishes, in his 23rd season, making new memories – one of his children, Lakers guard Bronny James, often on the bench, another in San Francisco on Saturday, watching the Lakers away from home.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 1 Mar. 2026
In an era when many kids prefer to shoot first and maybe play some defense later, the 5-foot-7 Thomas relishes her time without the ball just as much as her time with it in her hands.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Most importantly, Alvarado relishes in his role as a tough-nosed, point-of-attack defender, an area the Knicks have had trouble despite building a roster with notable defenders across all positions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
Still, this also is the type of career salvage job that Pat Riley seemingly relishes.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
She’s written books of essays and relishes helping people feel seen.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
But being able to stroll through them is a moment every high school team relishes.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 4 Dec. 2025
Duncan Alexander, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The 42-year-old’s rollercoaster PGA Tour career bottomed out at the end, but featured two high points at Bay Hill that Every still relishes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
Ever the showman, Marty relishes ditching the pretense and his wardrobe onstage, embracing his competitive streak.
—Emma Fraser, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The president who relishes causing offense now takes offense at the ongoing intrusion from a ghost of his past.
—Tara Palmeri, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
Trump knows that well and clearly relishes the inauthentic.
—James Warren, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Carol, clearly missing human contact, relishes the moment, and the two end up sleeping together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Mora doesn’t have anything to prove, but still relishes in proving people wrong.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2025
But even with a difficult obstacle ahead, the light is still on for Walpole, and quarterback Blake Pileski relishes the challenge in front of him.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
Weaver relishes the chance to dress up and embrace the glamour of the season.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Alex Caruso relishes making Jokic miserable.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
These are the moments James relishes, in his 23rd season, making new memories – one of his children, Lakers guard Bronny James, often on the bench, another in San Francisco on Saturday, watching the Lakers away from home.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 1 Mar. 2026
In an era when many kids prefer to shoot first and maybe play some defense later, the 5-foot-7 Thomas relishes her time without the ball just as much as her time with it in her hands.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Most importantly, Alvarado relishes in his role as a tough-nosed, point-of-attack defender, an area the Knicks have had trouble despite building a roster with notable defenders across all positions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
Still, this also is the type of career salvage job that Pat Riley seemingly relishes.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
She’s written books of essays and relishes helping people feel seen.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
But being able to stroll through them is a moment every high school team relishes.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 4 Dec. 2025
Verb
So a sombre start to a game but nothing relishes the present tense more than football and after a nervous opening five minutes, in which Bolton squander a one-on-one, smartly stopped by Wycombe goalkeeper Will Norris, the visitors take control of the game.
—Duncan Alexander, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The 42-year-old’s rollercoaster PGA Tour career bottomed out at the end, but featured two high points at Bay Hill that Every still relishes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
Ever the showman, Marty relishes ditching the pretense and his wardrobe onstage, embracing his competitive streak.
—Emma Fraser, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The president who relishes causing offense now takes offense at the ongoing intrusion from a ghost of his past.
—Tara Palmeri, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
Trump knows that well and clearly relishes the inauthentic.
—James Warren, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Carol, clearly missing human contact, relishes the moment, and the two end up sleeping together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Mora doesn’t have anything to prove, but still relishes in proving people wrong.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2025
But even with a difficult obstacle ahead, the light is still on for Walpole, and quarterback Blake Pileski relishes the challenge in front of him.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relishes
Noun
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Samuel Goldwyn famously invited house founder Gabrielle Chanel to Hollywood in 1931 to design dresses for the likes of Gloria Swanson.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Also on tap are six of the Symphony’s popular film-and-live orchestra concerts, plus Pop Series tributes to the likes of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Jimmy Buffet, Whitney Houston and Bugs Bunny.—
Dan Kelly
March 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Tristan Graziano, a Weddington High School student, enjoys golfing in his free time and hanging with his friends.—
Jamie,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
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Eid morning begins with prayer and the presence of community, where everyone enjoys a meal together and reflects on the meaning of Ramadan in our lives.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The scenic design by Paul Tate dePOO III savors the show’s Grand Guignol flavors while leaving plenty of flexibility for antic comedy.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Come lunch, Hall savors a wrap sandwich stuffed with hummus and mixed greens, and dinner is air-fryer barbecue chicken thighs, roasted broccoli, and brown basmati rice.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Bernhardt, renowned for her unapologetic appetites and media savvy, embraced male roles with relish.—
Betsy Golden Kellem,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Mar. 2026
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Available in two different colorways, conservative design connoisseurs will likely find comfort in the classic blue and natural beige color combo, while the punchy purple and green option might entice those with more adventurous color appetites.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Oh My Glide massage oil is for anyone who, well, loves to give and receive massages.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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The kind of traveler who loves customized itineraries is a trendsetter at heart, someone with an insatiable curiosity for the world and a penchant for authentic experiences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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