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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
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.
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Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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
But during middle school, kids’ enjoyment falls off a cliff.
—Jenny Anderson, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2025
The company emphasizes the importance of passenger comfort and enjoyment in their autonomous vehicles.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 26 Feb. 2025
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Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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
But during middle school, kids’ enjoyment falls off a cliff.
—Jenny Anderson, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2025
The company emphasizes the importance of passenger comfort and enjoyment in their autonomous vehicles.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for enjoyment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
Noun
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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
Noun
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Part of this relationship is thought to be due to dopamine, which plays a role in feeling pleasure.—
Isabel Vasquez RD LDN,
Health,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mike himself has been hollowed out into nothingness, his character chipped away into a hollow avatar for a sensitive, caring man dedicated to providing women pleasure.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This storytelling ability, combined with a user-centric approach and a strong analytical foundation, empowers them to drive product adoption, increase customer satisfaction and, ultimately, fuel business growth.—
Joe Ariganello,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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And perhaps, even, some satisfaction once the smugness of these people is wiped right off their faces and gutted from their insides.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For much of her youth, Natalie, 38, of New York, wasn't sure what happiness looked like for her.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Stephanie Harrison is the founder of The New Happy, an organization advancing a new philosophy of happiness.—
Stephanie Harrison, Contributor,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Mar. 2025
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Having been with Lionsgate for 25 years, Beggs spearheaded the growth of Lionsgate Television at the major studio to over $1.5 billion in annual revenues currently, while forging relationships with key Hollywood TV creatives and content buyers.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Mar. 2025
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Dubbed by Corrigan as a delight, the spot does a brilliant job of bringing Irish flair to European hospitality.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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To my delight, the retailer has tons of cute seasonal pieces to sift through, including Hill House Ellie Nap Dress lookalikes for a fraction of the cost. ICYMI, the original nap dress became wildly popular for its charming, flattering fit that looked good on just about everyone.—
Maya Gandara,
StyleCaster,
7 Mar. 2025
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But as one top seed was declared, then another, then another, a different feeling crept over the group than the joy that filled the room this time last year.—
Austin Knoblauch,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2025
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That idea—of a grand continuum, in which the circumstances change but all of our big human feelings (heartache, joy, unease, panic, contentment) remain the same, across time and vast distances—felt germane to her new songs.—
Amanda Petrusich,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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