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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
readers will close the covers of this mystery novel with complete satisfaction
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as in compensation
payment to another for a loss or injury
he's demanding satisfaction from his neighbor for running over his prize tulips
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as in assurance
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
he proved to my satisfaction that he could not have done it
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Recent Examples of satisfaction
In that latter group, the top reason (80%) cited for their lack of satisfaction was that their wages haven’t kept pace with the cost of living.
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Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Almost exactly 12 years after that tragedy, the sale may bring at least a small measure of satisfaction.
—Tovia Smith, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
There were no differences in user satisfaction between prosthesis types, and of those who reported using myoelectric prostheses, 44 percent went on to abandon them altogether.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
Scott gave the character a perverse sense of craft, plus the occasional flourish of satisfaction.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Almost exactly 12 years after that tragedy, the sale may bring at least a small measure of satisfaction.
—Tovia Smith, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
There were no differences in user satisfaction between prosthesis types, and of those who reported using myoelectric prostheses, 44 percent went on to abandon them altogether.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
Scott gave the character a perverse sense of craft, plus the occasional flourish of satisfaction.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfaction
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Growth has brought enormous contentment and prosperity to the people of developed countries, citizens of developing countries that have embraced the capitalist approach, and, prospectively, to almost the entire world.Jon Moynihan, Fortune Europe, 3 Dec. 2024
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The reasons for the behavior aren't fully known, but it is believed to be a sign of contentment and comfort.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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Last month, a group of artists posted concerns in an online letter about how many creators, in their view, are being used to test and promote the technology without adequate compensation.Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Plaintiff Craig seeks financial compensation for his losses.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Joe Custer, a key individual in the case, has submitted an affidavit detailing these assurances, admitting that Haas doesn't currently have the resources to charter their own Cup Series teams, and could therefore give there's to 23XI and FRM.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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The rhythm and soundscape of Arctic life For centuries, the Inuit have relied on an assurance of ice to support their hunting lifestyles.Stephanie Hanes, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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Congressional statutes outlaw conspiracies to intimidate people in the enjoyment of their federal rights.The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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These delicious caps should induce euphoria and relaxation and are also sure to elicit tremendous enjoyment with their 100% Belgian Chocolate formulation and light blueberry flavoring.Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
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Teams wanting late-game certainty can look at Tanner Scott, Jeff Hoffman and Blake Treinen.Tim Britton, The Athletic, 7 Dec. 2024
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Privately, Hill staffers are watching the nomination closely and with little certainty.Philip Elliott, TIME, 4 Dec. 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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Although religious order clergy serve at the pleasure of the bishop, the archdiocese has said religious order clergy aren’t accountable to them.Laura Schulte, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Robert Herguth, Chicago Sun-Times, Journal Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
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In the world of international human rights law, enabling one community to see justice served sets precedence for others who are also seeking accountability and reparations.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Therefore, no additional legal obligations exist that may create a call for reparations or action not directly negotiated.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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As his legal team has said before, Mr. Combs has full confidence in the facts and the integrity of the judicial process.Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The leaders of tomorrow will be those who embrace AI as a catalyst for growth, guiding their organizations with vision, agility, and confidence.William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Satisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfaction. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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