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
Kermilia White, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024
And the choice to use active-duty military highlights the relish with which the new administration approaches legal challenges, practically daring the courts to block it, analysts say.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Jan. 2025
Sean Gregory, TIME, 21 Feb. 2025
The front office relishes the challenge, Arnold said.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Add bacon and condiments to ground beef mixture: To the same bowl add in the cooked bacon pieces, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and dill relish.
—Kermilia White, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024
And the choice to use active-duty military highlights the relish with which the new administration approaches legal challenges, practically daring the courts to block it, analysts say.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Jan. 2025
Verb
But Trump may take some satisfaction: While U.S. national teams competing on the world stage tended to distance themselves from him in his first term—the U.S. women’s soccer team in 2019 relished trolling him—this hockey team seemed to embrace the attention Trump lavished upon them.
—Sean Gregory, TIME, 21 Feb. 2025
The front office relishes the challenge, Arnold said.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relish
Noun
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President Donald Trump’s Oval Office thrashing of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday laid bare the limits of a full-court press by America’s allies aimed at reshaping Trump’s determination to end Russia’s invasion even if the terms are not to Ukraine’s liking.—
Zeke Miller,
The Denver Post,
1 Mar. 2025
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And if Trump, as the new sheriff in town, occasionally decides on a whim to impose law and order, the results may not always be to Russia’s liking.—
Hanna Notte,
Foreign Affairs,
27 Feb. 2025
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That has zero to do with the quality or enjoyment of the course for traveling golfers, and in many cases, tournament venues are chosen for reasons like ample parking more than quality.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Thankfully, the couple didn't let that unexpected surprise get in the way of their enjoyment of that special moment.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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For as well as Encarnacion has played this spring, the 33-year-old Flores is the one who enjoys incumbent status.—
Justice delos Santos,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Then please enjoy a few TikTok videos showing this trend in action.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Jisoo, who had skipped the dinner, made a fashionable late-night entrance, joining the likes of Rick Owens, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Jeremy Scott.—
Kristen Bateman,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2025
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Full of exotic beasts, bearded ladies, strapping giant strong men and dare-devil acrobats, along with the likes of Zendaya, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson and Zac Efron, the 20th Century film grossed $459M worldwide.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
5 Mar. 2025
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See Our Guide Charlottesville Charlottesville is a pleasure to visit due to its tasty food scene and a plethora of beautiful shops, including a vast selection of antique stores.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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In pleasure, this retrograde revealed how emotional safety and erotic freedom were deeply connected, possibly inviting a softer, more intentional relationship with personal needs.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Scorsese sent that joke video after reading the script and loving the idea.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
3 Mar. 2025
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Chard noted that in Hollywood, everyone loves a good comeback story.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In addition, exposing millions of kids to less sweet (not to mention organic) drinks helps cultivate an appetite for less sweet drinks that can create long-term health benefits.—
Seth Goldman,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2025
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One such effort, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking has already been a ratings success, proving yet again there is still an appetite for the IP.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
7 Mar. 2025
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By granting autonomy and ownership over tasks, employees can better manage stress and enhance their sense of accomplishment and contentment.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Start with just one of these small, intentional happiness habits today, and watch as your capacity for flourishing, satisfaction and contentment grows over time.—
Jessica Weiss, Contributor,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Relish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relish. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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