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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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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
Most notably, though, is its easy-to-clean material, which one flight attendant appreciates when up against dirty baggage claims and surprise spills.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
Jones appreciates how the brilliant Black scientist changed the entire American South.
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Sandra Guzmán,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Plus, airplanes tend to be chilly, so my mom always appreciates having a soft cardigan like this simple style to throw on.
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Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
At the June 2 premiere, the audience screamed particularly loudly for Bogosian, a reaction the actor both appreciates and is puzzled by.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
One quality that Guardiola really appreciates, according to those who have worked with him, is for a player to have ‘balls’.
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Sam Lee,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Counsell, for one, appreciates it.
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Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Waterhouse appreciates a statement heel moment.
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Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Sill appreciates that Glacier isn’t too stark, warm, or cool.
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Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
Jones appreciates how the brilliant Black scientist changed the entire American South.
—
Sandra Guzmán,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Plus, airplanes tend to be chilly, so my mom always appreciates having a soft cardigan like this simple style to throw on.
—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
At the June 2 premiere, the audience screamed particularly loudly for Bogosian, a reaction the actor both appreciates and is puzzled by.
—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
One quality that Guardiola really appreciates, according to those who have worked with him, is for a player to have ‘balls’.
—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Counsell, for one, appreciates it.
—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Waterhouse appreciates a statement heel moment.
—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Sill appreciates that Glacier isn’t too stark, warm, or cool.
—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciates
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During pregnancy, iron demand increases to support both the baby and placenta, while postpartum recovery can further lower ferritin due to blood loss.
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Beginning a section of rules with a short explanation about the rule’s purpose makes a more positive statement to the community, and hopefully increases community compliance and cooperation.
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For the one who loves peanut butter-banana everything, this icebox pie is the best of both worlds.
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Needless to say, Bibi loves her room and doesn't leave it much.
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Howard would like him to be involved but understands carrying a full tour bag through the practice days and four potential championship rounds would be a considerable physical demand.
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Prince Harry no longer plans to bring his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, with him to London next week amid security concerns, ABC News understands.
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Barça Sporting Director Deco admires the 23-year-old, who covers every blade of grass on the pitch as a box-to-box midfielder while being good with both feet.
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Perhaps her self-assuredness comes from her powerhouse star of a mom, whom Harlow clearly admires in more ways than one.
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And by the 12th year, this number rises to $113,000, exceeding the median salary for graduate degree-holders in the state, according to the data released by the UC’s Institutional Research and Academic Planning department.
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Timeline Tuesday, July 7-Thursday, July 16The last-quarter moon rises around midnight on July 7, leaving the evening sky dark and beginning July’s best stargazing window.
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The deal, made for cash and shares of Rocket Lab stock, values Iridium at about $8 billion.
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In contrast, the Dutch have pursued a different vision of the good life—one that values security, balance, and community over material wealth.
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The cocktail is a fantastic way to get acquainted with Fernet Branca, and who knows?
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Our constitution is color-blind, and neither knows nor tolerates classes among citizens.
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This is what ensures everyone in the system understands and respects the process.
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Plus, a gently lower-proof drink respects the mid-day refreshingness of the use-case.
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