1
as in liking
positive regard for something
she has great relish for early morning walks, which she takes nearly every day
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2
as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
ate the bowl of ice cream with relish
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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
visit again real soon, for I relish your company
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Recent Examples of relish
Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
There’s a third kid involved in the story called Oliver, played with macabre relish by Jonah Wren Phillips.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 30 May 2025
Ari Daniel, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 June 2025
But while Massie has at times appeared to relish his role as Trump’s chief House GOP antagonist, Davidson has a different perspective.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 26 June 2025
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Noun
Each game, three random fans are selected to represent either ketchup, mustard or relish and try to finish the race in first place, running from the opposing team’s dugout to first base.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
There’s a third kid involved in the story called Oliver, played with macabre relish by Jonah Wren Phillips.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 30 May 2025
Verb
Those who relish this fruit say there’s a lot to love.
—Ari Daniel, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 June 2025
But while Massie has at times appeared to relish his role as Trump’s chief House GOP antagonist, Davidson has a different perspective.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relish
Noun
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Avs coach Jared Bednar took a bit of a liking to him last year before the suspension.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
10 July 2025
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Neeson recalls taking an immediate liking to the idea of starring in a Naked Gun reboot.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Beyond cleanliness, a comfortable bed, and attentive service, the quality of coffee served can make or break a guest’s enjoyment of their hotel or resort stay.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Pleasure of enjoyment, pleasure of discovery, pleasure of being challenged.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Buckingham Palace has confirmed that President Donald Trump will enjoy an unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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No other female actor in south has ever enjoyed the name and fame as her.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Condado Vanderbilt has ruled over the sands of Condado for more than a century, embodying all the elegance and beauty of a property that once welcomed the likes of the John F. Kennedy and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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At the moment, the Lakers would appear a one-round-and-done playoff team in the West, when considering the likes of the Thunder, Rockets, Nuggets and Timberwolves.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
14 July 2025
Noun
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This is one of the most important times to focus on pleasure, passion, dating, hobbies, children or art.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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As a matter of fact, as an amateur photographer, Torrealba has the pleasure of adding new images to her own growing collection while using them to market and brand the trips for Culinary Traditions.—
Kristin L. Wolfe,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Laren loves being creative and often spends her time drawing and expressing herself through art.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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But true Leonard fans will love the heavily detailed account, with page after page of facts about the author’s 45 books, countless movie scripts and short stories.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
Noun
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His eyes have cleared, and his appetite is growing.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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As someone who’s witnessed the growing appetite for ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)-friendly buildings, this move feels like a step backward.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Many followers find a sense of empowerment, contentment and community in the movement, Taylor says.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Relaxed licking paired with loose body language likely indicates love and contentment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 June 2025
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“Relish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relish. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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