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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
Respect your neighbor’s right to peace and quiet enjoyment of their home, especially late at night when civilized people are trying to sleep!
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
For vintage watches, this often comes down to the condition being as close to the original as possible, which certainly impacts value, but not necessarily our enjoyment.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025
The grains cook up like rice, primed for enjoyment as a side or in your go-to superfood salad.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
Neuroscience shows that enjoyment boosts engagement and productivity.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
For vintage watches, this often comes down to the condition being as close to the original as possible, which certainly impacts value, but not necessarily our enjoyment.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025
The grains cook up like rice, primed for enjoyment as a side or in your go-to superfood salad.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
Neuroscience shows that enjoyment boosts engagement and productivity.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for enjoyment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
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In other words, success leads to contentment, and contentment leads to downfall.—
Nirmal Chhabria,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Every student needs to learn that success is a choice, not measured merely by income but by the combination of happiness, contentment, achievement and social responsibility.—
Madeleine Parrish,
The Arizona Republic,
2 Oct. 2024
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Its large and vibrant display makes your daily scrolling and streaming a pleasure, and that stylus is a fun bonus for doodling or quick notes.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
14 Jan. 2025
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Under your leadership, New York was a pleasure to live in!—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
14 Jan. 2025
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Employee satisfaction scores of 90%—proof that efficient self-service tools can drive real impact.—
Tom Eggemeier,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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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,
10 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Cadiz Bay Travelers can spike their happiness when visiting this ancient Spanish port city by enjoying the many parks, beaches and abundance of sunshine. 5.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
14 Jan. 2025
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That’s about as high as the happiness goes, however.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
14 Jan. 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Jaina Grey,
WIRED,
12 Jan. 2025
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The following content is brought to you by PCMag partners.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
12 Jan. 2025
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This was such a pleasure and it's been a true delight talking with both of you.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appétit,
9 Jan. 2025
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Eventually, the baby will get to explore her larger outdoor enclosure, no doubt to the delight of her adoring fans.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Venezuelan expats in the United States followed the team feverishly, many of them crying tears of joy as Batista’s side battled their way into the knockout stage.—
Felipe Cardenas,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Jackson 5 Christmas Album with the Jackson 5 (1970) No other holiday album has ever given voice to a child’s joy on Christmas morning quite like Jackson 5 Christmas Album.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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