1
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in honoring
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 recognizing
On the whole, higher limits offer better protection, so recognizing the differences in coverage between minimum requirements and real-life needs can inform better decision-making in this regard.
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Ethan M. Stone, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) has announced the nominees for its 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards, recognizing excellence in feature films, documentaries, television and music videos.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026
The Academy last introduced an award of this significance with its Television Academy Honors Award in 2007, recognizing programming that drives positive social change.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
Warraich explains that Fynite’s work reflects this evolution by focusing on systems that can move from recognizing an issue to executing the steps required to resolve it.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Regardless of scale, every enterprise is recognizing this is a moment too important to miss.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026
The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) has announced its nominees for the 40th ASC Awards, recognizing cinematography on film, television, and music videos.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2026
Use good judgment by recognizing conditions that exceed your experience or equipment.
—Outside, 8 Jan. 2026
The minister highlighted that Taiwan established TAICCA six years ago after recognizing that the content industry represents a strategic sector.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognizing
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The couple, who did not grow up knowing one another because of estrangements in their families, faced criticism from both sets of parents for the union.—
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Another resident, Carolyn Reeves, said not knowing if the annexation would bring in commercial or residential development raises suspicion.—
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Thomas Jefferson, as secretary of state, passionately advocated honoring the treaty, viewing it as a debt of gratitude to a nation that shared republican ideals and had sacrificed much for American liberty.—
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Glaser made history last year as the first solo female host of the Golden Globes and is once again set to guide the show through a night honoring the year's top performances and productions.—
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The key to making the right decision is understanding all your options beforehand.—
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His perspective positions the next wave of transformation not around deeper analysis, but around autonomous action, systems capable of understanding situations, deciding optimal responses, and executing those responses in real time.—
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Dreams are a concept that humans have been fascinated with deciphering for thousands of years.—
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Though historians have called for further research before making claims, the proposal of a script rooted in sign language might open the chance to explore a new way of deciphering Mayan art and show the ancient civilization to be even more sophisticated and efficient than scholars even knew.—
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Federal officials have said agents, including those part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, are seeing increases in assaults and threats against them.—
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Since the suitcase won’t be as easy to zip open, thieves will have a harder time seeing whether or not your belongings are valuable; this alone could prevent your bag from becoming a target.—
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And only by comprehending the Star Eaters will Ro also comprehend his part in their potential destruction.—
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And then just comprehending the infrastructure required, again, just for the eggs, let alone all the other things required.—
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Images of the moment spread across social media, with some Knicks fans appreciating the reference.—
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Recognizing and appreciating their different backgrounds and experiences could have produced a very different outcome.—
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But Taylor, who studies how the internet interacts with culture, says the rise of vagueposting coincides with a public discontent with just how grasping social media has become.—
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After signing with the Broncos in 2025, he’s just been focused on grasping a newfound status as a captain.—
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“Recognizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognizing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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