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as in hands
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
a scenic walkway along the ocean shore that is intended for the enjoyment of all
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
this new video game should provide countless hours of enjoyment
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Recent Examples of enjoyment
Use hummus creatively for meal and snack inspiration to add diversity and enjoyment to your eating plan.
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Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 20 Nov. 2024
That ease in shaping your space offers tremendous potential for enjoyment, one of the five facets of wellness design.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Appreciation can also have an element of enjoyment.
—Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
Initially intended for the couple's own enjoyment during COVID lockdowns, Wardle soon recognized its broader appeal and launched Wordle online in October 2021.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 20 Nov. 2024
That ease in shaping your space offers tremendous potential for enjoyment, one of the five facets of wellness design.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Appreciation can also have an element of enjoyment.
—Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
Initially intended for the couple's own enjoyment during COVID lockdowns, Wardle soon recognized its broader appeal and launched Wordle online in October 2021.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
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His Holiness the Dalai Lama says there are two ways to reach contentment.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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His gift was something most people spend their lives chasing: contentment.Bailey Richards, People.com, 18 Nov. 2024
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And perhaps that’s what makes this message from Dr. Daniel Crosby so compelling— these three words matter so much within the context of our personal and financial growth because these aren’t just three nice ideas that give us a momentary sense of pleasure.Tim Maurer, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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It’s been a pleasure being a part of Vanderpump Rules and filling your TV screens with our lives over the past decade.Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
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The study aimed to assess the presence or absence of life purpose and its long-term effects on various life outcomes, including health, mortality and overall life satisfaction.Melanie Warner, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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By the numbers: December's finding was down from 26% in October, largely because satisfaction among Democrats has fallen from 47% to 30% since the election.Dave Lawler, Axios, 26 Dec. 2024
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Thank you for filling my life with so much love and happiness.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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The ability to experience different cultures and lifestyles and enjoy adventure, which boost your happiness and productivity.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Sho Dewan is a career coach, content creator, and the CEO & founder of Workhap.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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However, a subsequent X-ray confirmed unusual contents, prompting a physical inspection.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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If that's not enough to pique your attention, the late and delightfully eccentric Urban S. Hirsch III who collected this museum full of delights is one of nature's more colorful success stories.Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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There was plenty of politics in NR, but WFB also stuffed the magazine with articles about music, theater, art, ballet, language — the delights of civilization.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
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Watch the video above to see two kids light up at their new fluffy bundle of joy!Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Spend time investigating your values, moments of joy, rituals, and needs in order to amplify that personality throughout your home.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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