1
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in to honor
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
an awards banquet to recognize local heroes
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Recent Examples of recognize
So that we're all being recognized is what matters most.
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Dave Quinn, People.com, 27 May 2025
In a reunion fraught with tension and doubt, even his own wife fails to recognize the wily Odysseus.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 May 2025
The university is systematically revising curricula to embed AI across disciplines, recognizing both student demand and workforce needs.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Jones detailed that a toe tap allows a hitter to create space and recognize a pitch better.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
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Dave Quinn, People.com, 27 May 2025
In a reunion fraught with tension and doubt, even his own wife fails to recognize the wily Odysseus.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 May 2025
The university is systematically revising curricula to embed AI across disciplines, recognizing both student demand and workforce needs.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Jones detailed that a toe tap allows a hitter to create space and recognize a pitch better.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
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The Times spoke to both sides, as well as multiple experts to better understand the high-stakes litigation, which faces obstacles but could shake up California’s home insurance industry.—
Hailey Branson-Potts,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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For a long time, a very evolved, smart person that makes poor choices sometimes can still understand what that means.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Accepting the award is bittersweet for the band members, but they’re honored to pay their respects to Vaughn’s legacy.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
30 May 2025
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The decision — the sabbatical — was arrived at with both intending to honor it.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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They are also known as direct-to-participant trials or virtual studies.1 DCTs may offer several benefits, including convenience for participants.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
31 May 2025
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In the event of your vehicle hydroplaning, here's what to know: Ease off the accelerator - Step off the gas to slow down the vehicle until the tires find traction.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 May 2025
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Savannah could be heard on the call thanking the president.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Both of the children thanked the President during the call.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
28 May 2025
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As Guidry and Bowen try to decipher what led to Adam’s murder, viewers are taken on a ride.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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As advocates on both sides of the police accountability debate decipher what Trump's about-face means for those communities, some are now focusing on what his administration might do next as allies seek to redefine the summer of 2020.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Todd and Julie did see a minor court victory in 2019 when the Georgia Department of Revenue cleared the couple of a $2 million state tax evasion charge stemming from a two-year investigation of nearly eight years of returns beginning in 2008.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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Patchy Mix Betting Odds and Line Movement With Mix being somewhat of an unknown to many fight fans who spend most of their time focusing on the UFC, the opening odds for this contest saw Mix and Bautista both listed at -110.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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For a soldier, a letter holds a meaning that’s hard to comprehend for anyone who hasn’t worn the uniform.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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Despite the fact that a majority of business leaders comprehend the concept of DevOps, most have difficulty framing its worth in anything other than technical terms.—
Sai Sandeep Ogety,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Shepperson said his brother B.J. loved horses and would have really appreciated what this program is doing to help other veterans.—
Kennedy Hayes,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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Clara Karger, a spokesperson for Bass, said her boss appreciates that the council gave the authority for the LAPD to increase recruitment — adding as much as 480 officers — if financial circumstances improve.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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“Recognize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognize. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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