1
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
Great emphasis has also been placed on creating inviting open green spaces and professionally landscaped common areas with serene walking paths for outdoor enjoyment.
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Weichert Realtors® Welch & Company, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2025
That commitment to the bit is essential to your enjoyment of this kind of pulpy thriller, as is the fact that Apple was willing to fork out money to send Woodall and Swindell, if not around the globe, to at least several stops easily reachable by a Eurail Pass.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Jan. 2025
There are 31 pools for your enjoyment, but for a global soaking experience, book the WorldSprings area, which has 10 adult-only pools replicating mineral formulas from famous hot springs worldwide.
—Jennifer Broome, The Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2025
Everyone has their own style or their own enjoyment.
—Lea Lane, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Weichert Realtors® Welch & Company, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2025
That commitment to the bit is essential to your enjoyment of this kind of pulpy thriller, as is the fact that Apple was willing to fork out money to send Woodall and Swindell, if not around the globe, to at least several stops easily reachable by a Eurail Pass.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Jan. 2025
There are 31 pools for your enjoyment, but for a global soaking experience, book the WorldSprings area, which has 10 adult-only pools replicating mineral formulas from famous hot springs worldwide.
—Jennifer Broome, The Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2025
Everyone has their own style or their own enjoyment.
—Lea Lane, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for enjoyment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
Noun
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The second half of his life was complicated by addiction and the search for contentment.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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His latest book, The Best Possible Life, draws on 2,000 years of wisdom and provides actionable insights to help readers cultivate deep contentment, joy, and confidence.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Looking is one of the central, if not the central, pleasures of the movies, and has been since the days of Gish, Garbo and Valentino.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2025
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The German microbrewery/restaurant has installed new TVs in its bier hall and at the bar for your viewing pleasure.—
Sam Allard,
Axios,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Oh, and there’s no prize, except the quiet satisfaction of a job well done.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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With teacher job satisfaction near a 50-year low and 55% considering leaving the profession, U.S. education faces a crisis of burnout, low wages, lack of support and standardized testing pressures.—
Gqlshare,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Dopamine is also released, creating happiness and satisfaction while lowering levels of stress and anxiety.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Today well-lived makes every yesterday a dream of happiness and every tomorrow a vision of hope.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Katz will focus on strategy across numerous sectors including tech, sports, production, and content.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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The pact signals Tips’ strategic move to bolster its content slate with the kind of distinctive storytelling that has become the Tiwaris’ trademark.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Cowan appeared briefly at the end of the show – a parade of outlandish patterns and teased wigs – much to the delight of boyfriend Sam Smith who watched on alongside Kesha, who also camped out at the afterparty at Casa Cipriani.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Some presidents defy political gravity, to the delight of their impersonators.—
Sopan Deb,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Mbappe celebrated in his usual way in recent months, running back to the centre circle, throwing his hands up in the air in an outpouring of joy and anger and urging his team-mates to push on.—
Mario Cortegana,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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The three-pound mixed-breed internet-famous therapy dog dispensed joy simply by existing.—
Maya Salam,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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