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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
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Recent Examples of savored
Some will cut more deeply for soccer fans of a literary bent; others can be savored no matter what your feelings about the beautiful game might be.
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Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
The new generation didn’t show up for this film, but the old men who savored it as kids in the 1980s with 45-54 being the biggest demo at 29%.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026
The big moments continue for Lake Central, but Thuftedal savored this victory.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Given their relatively little stage time together, the two savored the opportunity to admire each other’s performance.
—Carey Purcell, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Matter—slim, dark-haired, attired in a dark blue zip-up sweater and matinee idol handsome—is a natural entertainer who savored every moment holding a mic.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
So, on Sunday morning, Sánchez savored the view from his table in the cafeteria.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026
Every victory has been savored, as the team has been reduced to eight players in each of the last seven games.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
The new generation didn’t show up for this film, but the old men who savored it as kids in the 1980s with 45-54 being the biggest demo at 29%.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026
The big moments continue for Lake Central, but Thuftedal savored this victory.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Given their relatively little stage time together, the two savored the opportunity to admire each other’s performance.
—Carey Purcell, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Matter—slim, dark-haired, attired in a dark blue zip-up sweater and matinee idol handsome—is a natural entertainer who savored every moment holding a mic.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
So, on Sunday morning, Sánchez savored the view from his table in the cafeteria.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026
Every victory has been savored, as the team has been reduced to eight players in each of the last seven games.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for savored
Verb
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What happens when Irish coffee, tres leches cake and spiced coconut syrup take a trip to the islands?—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
10 June 2026
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Nearly always, they are spiced by the promise of the unexpected.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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Colorado Avalanche executive Joe Sakic followed a similar path, while others who enjoyed long on-ice careers and went on to win Cups as coaches like Quenneville and Randy Carlyle didn’t have nearly as strong of HHOF cases as players as Brind’Amour does.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Meanwhile, The Canteen is the town’s (dog-friendly) haven for lobster rolls, crispy Brussels sprouts, and a cold drink, best enjoyed in the beachside backyard.—
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
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In fact, fans on Reddit claim the taste is more subtle and not nearly as cherry flavored.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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The candies are flavored with fruit juice concentrates (pineapple, watermelon, and blueberry), mango purée, and other natural flavors.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
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The man who once owned both the Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers loved owning professional sports franchises, and gaining influence for his alma mater’s football team, the University of Texas.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Dec. 2025
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As the family finds a way forward, they’ve been lifted up by their community and the people who knew Cassidy from Heavenly Ski Resort, including the children who loved her so much.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
7 Dec. 2025
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That’s a contradiction the actors relished.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Like Verdun, 37-year-old Terrisa Scott, who wears her own gingerbread girl costume during chases, has relished the chance to step outside her comfort zone.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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While her daughter and her friends were playing, Kerry noticed a snake in her garden and, knowing her brother liked animals and lived nearby, sought out his help.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Dane Cordes was an adrenaline junky and, according to those who knew him, was someone who liked fast cars, fast bikes, water sports and skydiving.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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