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
In addition to Thompson, the gala will recognize Starz with the ChangeMaker Award for their work in film and media.
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Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
In 2001, Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism created a program recognizing culturally rich villages for their exceptional history, natural beauty, and/or traditions and legends.
—Meagan Drillinger, AFAR Media, 28 Mar. 2025
Police are still searching for the men, and released images of them on Thursday in the hope someone may recognize them.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
For years, the school board declined the proposal to recognize Eid as a day off.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
In 2001, Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism created a program recognizing culturally rich villages for their exceptional history, natural beauty, and/or traditions and legends.
—Meagan Drillinger, AFAR Media, 28 Mar. 2025
Police are still searching for the men, and released images of them on Thursday in the hope someone may recognize them.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
For years, the school board declined the proposal to recognize Eid as a day off.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
Verb
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Some means to understand things that are uncontrollable.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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At some point 3 to 4 billion years ago, Mars lost its atmosphere for reasons not yet fully understood, and with it, the temperate conditions that allowed liquid water to exist on its surface.—
Jonathan O’Callaghan,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Apr. 2025
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For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Robert De Niro will be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or for lifetime achievement at the Cannes opening ceremony this year.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Over the years, Jon Bon Jovi has become known for his philanthropic work with the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, which addresses homelessness, poverty and food insecurity.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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It was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater, according to the location's website.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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On behalf of everyone at Naughty Dog [which produced the games on which the series is based], our cast and crew, thank you so much for allowing us this opportuntiy.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
9 Apr. 2025
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For all that, Graves can thank his limited menu, which helps keep costs down, and the chain’s rabid fanbase.—
Chase Peterson-Withorn,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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After analyzing his journal, Cordelia was able to decipher the diligent log Wynter kept of each criminal statute and ethical code that Lilly broke while working her role at the White House, which included stealing money and securing shady contracts.—
Lexy Perez,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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As Saxon and Lochlan try to decipher what happened between them, we are asked to think about why we’re aroused (or repulsed) by it.—
Louis Staples,
Rolling Stone,
24 Mar. 2025
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Aboard the Carpathia and in later accounts, survivors told horrific tales of seeing fellow passengers struggling in the water around them.—
Greg Daugherty,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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But in order to comprehend that fact, people like Rowling would have to actually listen to ace people, and that’s more intellectually curious than she’s been since at least the 1990s.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
7 Apr. 2025
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In Alex's case, this involved initiating honest conversations with Emily to comprehend the underlying factors contributing to her distress.—
Andriana Eliadis,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Thai isn’t a particularly easy language to learn but an effort to grasp the basics will always be appreciated by the locals.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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To truly appreciate Toronto's culinary heritage, Kish recommends diving into the city's food history—including surprising discoveries like the Canadian origins of sushi pizza and Hawaiian pizza.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Recognize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognize. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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