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as in admiration
a feeling of great approval and liking
my appreciation of her great contributions to women's sports
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as in gratitude
acknowledgment of having received something good from another
if you can do that, you'll have our heartfelt appreciation
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as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a course intended to give students an appreciation of abstract art
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Recent Examples of appreciation
The poet’s appreciation for the artistic possibilities of community was often expressed in direct contrast to other, more distorted views of Blackness.
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Underpinning the currency appreciation is a new tax amnesty to lure Argentines to declare their hidden United States dollar savings – longs squirreled away in offshore bank accounts and under mattresses.
—Isabel Debre, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
Avis said a certificate of appreciation went to each family in recognition of their winning entry last year.
—Jessi Virtusio, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
How To Cultivate Abundance In Relationships Breaking free from the scarcity mindset requires shifting to a perspective based on abundance, security and mutual appreciation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
Recommended Joy Five years after fire, a shining Notre Dame is ready to reopen its doors
Underpinning the currency appreciation is a new tax amnesty to lure Argentines to declare their hidden United States dollar savings – longs squirreled away in offshore bank accounts and under mattresses.
—Isabel Debre, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
Avis said a certificate of appreciation went to each family in recognition of their winning entry last year.
—Jessi Virtusio, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
How To Cultivate Abundance In Relationships Breaking free from the scarcity mindset requires shifting to a perspective based on abundance, security and mutual appreciation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for appreciation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciation
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But the material undergirding his beliefs—his keen admiration for Martin Luther King Jr., in particular—is still present.K. Austin Collins, The Atlantic, 13 Dec. 2024
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As the conversation continued, the hip-hop legend then began expressing his admiration for Towns.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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His unique ability to transform personal pain into comedy and gratitude showcases his artistry and humanity, creating a lasting impact on all who tune in.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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Havasupai Chairwoman Bernadine Jones, speaking on behalf of the tribal council, expressed gratitude that the public remains concerned about the quality of education students receive at the school.Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Prophecy deepens the audience’s understanding of why these women crave absolute power despite its dangers, and their despicable methods to attain it.Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2024
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After each word, the network updates its hidden state, a list of numbers that reflects its understanding of the sentence so far.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
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Two and a Half Men creator Chuck Lorre has nothing but respect for Charlie Sheen.Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Another former classmate, who wishes to remain anonymous out of respect for the Mangione family, told CBS News the two met in middle school and were close throughout high school.Alex Sundby, CBS News, 10 Dec. 2024
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As long as Wade remains on the case, this unnecessary perception will persist.Sam Gringlas, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
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Workplace giving programs benefit nonprofits, engage employees, serve as a valuable recruiting tool and simultaneously boost a company’s CSR efforts and public perception.Matt Nash, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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With regard to controlling that crucial body of water, a year ago this month Mohammad Reza Naqdi issued a threat.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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What’s important is that the rate of acceptance with regard to ChatGPT hardly won’t stop with ChatGPT, or for that matter, TikTok.John Tamny, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Appreciation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciation. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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