1
as in loves
to take pleasure in
TV and DVDs are OK, but we still enjoy seeing movies on the big screen
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as in has
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
a country where the people enjoy the highest living standards in the world
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Recent Examples of enjoys
In his free time, Jonathan enjoys coaching youth basketball, trying new restaurants and hanging with friends.
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Jonathan M. Alexander, Houston Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2026
Marie enjoys going out to eat and has a particular love for Chinese food, sushi, and Haitian cuisine.
—CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
And honestly, who enjoys digging through mostly empty bottles just to find one tiny pill?
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Way, meanwhile, enjoys watching Katie’s aggressiveness.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound already enjoys significant market share, and the company is preparing to launch its own oral version.
—Annika Kim Constantino,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
But any movement that someone enjoys is a step in the right direction, whether that means jumping on a trampoline or playing with their dog, Hemendinger said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
This small town is surrounded by lush green landscapes and enjoys temperatures that are consistently 20 degrees lower than metro Phoenix, making for moderate weather year-round.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Sara also enjoys photographing sports.
—Sara Diggins, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Jonathan M. Alexander, Houston Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2026
Marie enjoys going out to eat and has a particular love for Chinese food, sushi, and Haitian cuisine.
—CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
And honestly, who enjoys digging through mostly empty bottles just to find one tiny pill?
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Way, meanwhile, enjoys watching Katie’s aggressiveness.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound already enjoys significant market share, and the company is preparing to launch its own oral version.
—Annika Kim Constantino,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
But any movement that someone enjoys is a step in the right direction, whether that means jumping on a trampoline or playing with their dog, Hemendinger said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
This small town is surrounded by lush green landscapes and enjoys temperatures that are consistently 20 degrees lower than metro Phoenix, making for moderate weather year-round.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Sara also enjoys photographing sports.
—Sara Diggins, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoys
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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
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Known for combining high fashion with streetwear, Bad Bunny has a reputation for adventurous and subversive style.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Our running live blog has a good summary of the affair, including celebrity endorsements and reflections on the performance.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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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
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Engineers at Google, which owns Nest, were able to recover data after several days.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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The parents of the three Miami Yacht Club summer campers who were killed last summer when a 60-foot barge slammed into their sailboat sued the company that owns the barge, alleging negligence and irresponsible hiring.—
Milena Malaver,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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Beckham likes to apply the tint across her nose and the top of her cheeks to channel a fresh-off-the-beach flush.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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The fancy men are very rude to Tristan, which is terrible manners and therefore very UN-fancy, but Charlotte likes him.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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Lester Speight, the actor who plays Terry Tate, possesses the delivery and timing of a true comic master.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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The character of Mandakini required specific qualities that Rajamouli believes Chopra Jonas uniquely possesses.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2026
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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
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Of course, Butler still relishes the play that changed his life.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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According to the American Craft Spirits Association, American craft distilleries rose from 150 to 200 in 2010 to over 3,000 by 2023, and while that number has begun to level off over the past year, the craft whiskey industry retains its strong presence.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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The potential inclusions of right-hander Alexis Díaz (a former All-Star closer who still retains minor league options) and left-hander Jacob Latz (who will compete for the fifth starter job) could erase opportunities for others.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Enjoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoys. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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