as in admired
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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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as in valued
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in respected
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 appreciated
Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
His engagements with historical authors are also best appreciated in literary terms.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The event is free, but donations are appreciated.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Others appreciated the creativity and attention to detail.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, the company has appreciated in recent years without the participation of retail investors.
—Joel Shulman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Adebayo said the break is needed and appreciated.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Your readership is always appreciated.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Context appears to matter a lot with such items, which are often appreciated when exchanged between acquaintances.
—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
His engagements with historical authors are also best appreciated in literary terms.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The event is free, but donations are appreciated.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Others appreciated the creativity and attention to detail.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, the company has appreciated in recent years without the participation of retail investors.
—Joel Shulman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Adebayo said the break is needed and appreciated.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Your readership is always appreciated.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciated
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However, operating expenses increased, with selling, general, and administrative costs rising 19%.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The average fees per card - which includes transaction fees, subscription fees, as well as commissions - increased 13% year over year in Q3.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Tantric Buddhism understood this, and reminders of mortality abound in its art, in images of skeletons and corpses, and in portraits of deities associated with death.Holland Cotter, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
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More Stores But it is understood that the disposal of De Beers, one way or another, will proceed, as will a plan to grow the retail arm of the business through the opening of more stores with the aim being to grow from 40 De Beers outlets today to 100 around the world.Tim Treadgold, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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But that did not mean the city’s trajectory had to be admired.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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The revered producer and mixer has helmed records by such rock legends as Bruce Springsteen, the Rolling Stones, Roxy Music and David Bowie, often out of his home studio, Mix This!, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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This morning’s funeral service for America’s 39th president, James Earl Carter, Jr. – Jimmy – was a deeply and deservedly reverent ceremony for a universally and deeply revered man.Eli Amdur, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 31 Dec. 2024
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Finally, accelerated demand led by corporate refugees is being met by a steady supply of businesses from retiring baby boomers.AllBusiness, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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According to recent studies, the rate of change across several key factors has accelerated by 183% in the past four years, largely driven by emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence.Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Greg's memory will forever be treasured by his family, dearest friends, colleagues and all who loved him.David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Appreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciated. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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