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as in alleviates
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
the players satisfied their hunger after the game with a big pasta dinner
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as in convinces
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
it took me a while to satisfy my attorney that I had good grounds for a lawsuit
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as in fulfills
to do what is required by the terms of
the contractor had clearly failed to satisfy the terms of the agreement
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as in pleases
to give satisfaction to
a hot dinner and a relaxing massage never fails to satisfy her after a long week at work
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as in compensates
to provide (someone) with a just payment for loss or injury
the owners of the restaurant were generously satisfied for any business lost during the filming
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Recent Examples of satisfies
When the weather gets warm, nothing satisfies quite like cold noodles in iced broth.
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Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Theme Nights White nights have become common at sea, and this mini dress satisfies the dress code for both more casual and elegant ships.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Earning at least $580 per month also satisfies the requirement.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Earning at least $580 a month also satisfies the requirement.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The tense drama satisfies history lovers and weather nerds.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Director Gay has sculpted a staging that is faithful to a more leisurely 19th-century storytelling style, yet satisfies modern audiences’ constant craving for stimulation.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Two decades on, Christopher Nolan's cinematic magic trick still satisfies.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
For those partial to a glaze, a drizzle of maple syrup at the end satisfies anyone who loves a sweet finish.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2026
Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Theme Nights White nights have become common at sea, and this mini dress satisfies the dress code for both more casual and elegant ships.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Earning at least $580 per month also satisfies the requirement.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Earning at least $580 a month also satisfies the requirement.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The tense drama satisfies history lovers and weather nerds.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Director Gay has sculpted a staging that is faithful to a more leisurely 19th-century storytelling style, yet satisfies modern audiences’ constant craving for stimulation.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Two decades on, Christopher Nolan's cinematic magic trick still satisfies.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
For those partial to a glaze, a drizzle of maple syrup at the end satisfies anyone who loves a sweet finish.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfies
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Seasoned party-planners say that striving to create meaningful interactions instead of for perfection alleviates some of the stress of hosting.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Accessible, affordable childcare alleviates poverty, prevents homelessness, improves employer productivity and retention, increases the tax base, supports small businesses and keeps young families in our communities.—
Susan Ellenberg,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Not even for the draft, the annual exercise in hope that convinces 32 fan bases that the right quarterback, left tackle or slot corner can make all the difference come September.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2026
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The plot is set in motion when Rachel convinces investment banker Bobby Sheen (Rosamund Pike, leaning into her onscreen ice queen image) to hire her to retrieve the money from the defaulter, Manny Salazar (Carlos Barde), for a ten percent recovery fee, with $10 million up front.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
Verb
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The mayor's moves to open city-run grocery stores fulfills a campaign promise.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Watching people be nice to each other brings the heart rate down and fulfills by proxy our need to shed the harshness of the day.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Planning a summer trip that pleases curious kids, energetic teens and grandparents who want a comfortable pace?—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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Although Emery has tailored a style which compensates for the possibility of creaking legs and a reduction in athleticism — Villa conserve energy very well, which has been critical in managing a European schedule — this cannot last forever.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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His payment of $74,330 will go into the Lacey Act Reward Fund, which compensates tipsters who report wildlife crimes, federal authorities said.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Teleportation indulges me due to time efficiency, being able to travel anywhere without cost, and just the experience of being anywhere as soon as someone needs me.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Apr. 2026
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Her girlfriend — a writer who understands the emotional and mental demands of creating — indulges her interests.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Apr. 2026
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Its aggressive marketing strategy persuades users to buy a vast range of items at cheaper prices.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
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Whale lusts after a hunky gardener (Brendan Fraser) and persuades him to pose for a few sketches; Julian, though bisexual, expresses no such interest in Lori, and any art-making turns out to be a gratifyingly mutual endeavor.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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The province of Grosseto was, and still is, a predominantly agricultural area, with small villages where the average age keeps rising and where the few industries that existed have shut down because of the economic crisis.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
18 May 2026
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Starting early keeps more options on the table.—
Joshua Sidorowicz,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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“Satisfies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfies. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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