1
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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2
as in to honor
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
an awards banquet to recognize local heroes
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Recent Examples of recognize
In addition to Thompson, the gala will recognize Starz with the ChangeMaker Award for their work in film and media.
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Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
In 2001, Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism created a program recognizing culturally rich villages for their exceptional history, natural beauty, and/or traditions and legends.
—Meagan Drillinger, AFAR Media, 28 Mar. 2025
Police are still searching for the men, and released images of them on Thursday in the hope someone may recognize them.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
For years, the school board declined the proposal to recognize Eid as a day off.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
In 2001, Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism created a program recognizing culturally rich villages for their exceptional history, natural beauty, and/or traditions and legends.
—Meagan Drillinger, AFAR Media, 28 Mar. 2025
Police are still searching for the men, and released images of them on Thursday in the hope someone may recognize them.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
For years, the school board declined the proposal to recognize Eid as a day off.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
Verb
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And like Bell, my bandmates and I understood why other artists were continuing to cancel their performances.—
Ryan Miller,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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In Congress, Trump’s Tariff Pullback Sparks Relief, Frustration, and Suspicion At the White House, press secretary Karoline Leavitt scolded reporters for not understanding the president’s plans.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Robert De Niro will be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or for lifetime achievement at the Cannes opening ceremony this year.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Snow is best known for being part of the ensemble cast in Universal’s Pitch Perfect and its two sequels.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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It was best known as the home to a long list of A-list stars, filmmakers and Hollywood insiders.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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On behalf of everyone at Naughty Dog [which produced the games on which the series is based], our cast and crew, thank you so much for allowing us this opportuntiy.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
9 Apr. 2025
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Many thanked local forecasters for years of clear-eyed updates, graphics and warnings.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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As Saxon and Lochlan try to decipher what happened between them, we are asked to think about why we’re aroused (or repulsed) by it.—
Louis Staples,
Rolling Stone,
24 Mar. 2025
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After analyzing his journal, Cordelia was able to decipher the diligent log Wynter kept of each criminal statute and ethical code that Lilly broke while working her role at the White House, which included stealing money and securing shady contracts.—
Lexy Perez,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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Comments James Cameron has unveiled the first official footage from Avatar: Fire and Ash, though the general public may have to wait a little longer to see it.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Whether a person needs to see a dermatologist will depend on the individual needs of that patient.—
Team Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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But in order to comprehend that fact, people like Rowling would have to actually listen to ace people, and that’s more intellectually curious than she’s been since at least the 1990s.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
7 Apr. 2025
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In Alex's case, this involved initiating honest conversations with Emily to comprehend the underlying factors contributing to her distress.—
Andriana Eliadis,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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To truly appreciate Toronto's culinary heritage, Kish recommends diving into the city's food history—including surprising discoveries like the Canadian origins of sushi pizza and Hawaiian pizza.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Apr. 2025
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Thai isn’t a particularly easy language to learn but an effort to grasp the basics will always be appreciated by the locals.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Recognize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognize. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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