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as in increases
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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2
as in loves
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in understands
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in admires
to think very highly or favorably of
many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes
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Recent Examples of appreciates
O’Sullivan is a social media strategist for businesses but appreciates that her bestie Valentine’s Day was without cellphones.
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Alicia Rancilio, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
In terms of bedroom design, the crisp feel of percale cotton sheets aligns with a modern, even minimalist bedroom aesthetic that appreciates a clean design.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Feb. 2026
Interior designer Jennifer McKissick appreciates using these in lieu of heavy drapery.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2026
Hoxis Soft Vegan Leather Tote Bag Even JLaw, who probably has almost every designer bag imaginable in her closet, appreciates a classic, simple, everyday tote bag.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Only a sophomore, Madej also appreciates what Mikroulis brings to the team.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Flavors Defining the Savory Girl Era The savory girl is sophisticated, with a mature palate that appreciates complex flavors.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Mattison appreciates the care the Dolphins gave him.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
Gleason appreciates Twitter founder Jack Dorsey for And Other Stuff, a $10 million initiative aimed at advancing Nostr and the decentralized web, and lists Shakespeare as one of their projects.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Alicia Rancilio, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
In terms of bedroom design, the crisp feel of percale cotton sheets aligns with a modern, even minimalist bedroom aesthetic that appreciates a clean design.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Feb. 2026
Interior designer Jennifer McKissick appreciates using these in lieu of heavy drapery.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2026
Hoxis Soft Vegan Leather Tote Bag Even JLaw, who probably has almost every designer bag imaginable in her closet, appreciates a classic, simple, everyday tote bag.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Only a sophomore, Madej also appreciates what Mikroulis brings to the team.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Flavors Defining the Savory Girl Era The savory girl is sophisticated, with a mature palate that appreciates complex flavors.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Mattison appreciates the care the Dolphins gave him.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
Gleason appreciates Twitter founder Jack Dorsey for And Other Stuff, a $10 million initiative aimed at advancing Nostr and the decentralized web, and lists Shakespeare as one of their projects.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciates
Verb
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Replacing your roof not only improves safety and performance, but also boosts curb appeal and increases your home’s value.—
TIMEPROOF USA Roofing Company,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Taking ownership removes friction and increases follow-through.—
Brian Page,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Larter is a genetically gifted goddess, but the human spirit loves to aspire, and Larter is a good ambassador for any woman who wants to believe the best is not behind her.—
Sarah Hepola,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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My son loves the fun parts of puppy parenting like snuggling, petting, playing, and running together.—
Angela Hatem,
Parents,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Donovan understands the importance of building a roster the right way.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Veteran shoe designer Paul Andrew understands the challenges of winning in a competitive luxury footwear sector.—
Katie Abel,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Highpoints, such as when Big Ant quietly admires the craftsmanship of his son’s Pegasus wings before rejecting them for confused reasons, unproductively blend together with facile ones, like a signposted scene of physical abuse.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
29 Jan. 2026
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Kings coach Doug Christie admires and appreciates DeRozan’s professionalism.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Try it again on the next block, and this time a suspicious-looking mushroom rises from within and chases you, a symbol for transformation that the designers hoped would be globally recognizable.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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Caterpillar, which celebrated its 100th anniversary last year, is still fundamentally a cyclical business that rises and falls with the global economy.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That clear size difference could be important for an Elko defense that values run-stopping ability and strength at the point of attack in a linebacker.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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The equal-weight S&P 500—a notional index that values each of the 500 companies equally rather than by total market cap—is actually at a record high this morning because the non-tech companies inside it are doing rather well.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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And by now everybody knows our crew runs the tightest and deadliest ship on the water.—
Alex Suskind,
Pitchfork,
13 Feb. 2026
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Nobody quite knows what happens to volumes if a drug price is cut, Rothschild & Co Redburn analyst Simon Baker told CNBC.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If someone pushes, state what works for you and offer a simple alternative that respects time and money.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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In fast-growing places like Lake County, planning is the difference between growth that respects our natural resources, agricultural economy, and the Florida Wildlife Corridor — and growth that treats roads as an afterthought and waterways as someone else’s problem.—
Sean Parks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Appreciates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciates. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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