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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a spectacular film that is gratifying to both the mind and the eyes
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as in comforting
making one feel good inside
your warm welcome sure is gratifying to this tired soul
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as in pleasing
to give in to (a desire)
just gratify this one whim of mine
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as in satisfying
to give satisfaction to
your presence at the holiday table would really gratify your grandmother
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Recent Examples of gratifying
Mike Dojc, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
Buehler’s start was a grind — but punctuated by a few gratifying moments.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024
Adriana Lee, WWD, 30 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
This parallel has been one of the most gratifying aspects of the partnership for the professional services giant.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
Buehler’s start was a grind — but punctuated by a few gratifying moments.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024
Verb
But for now, the Quest is an actual product circulating in the market, which is why the next item may be more immediately gratifying.
—Adriana Lee, WWD, 30 Sep. 2024
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Its high proof gives it enough backbone to stand up to sweet vermouth and bitters, creating a rich, satisfying Manhattan.Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Remember, the key to truly satisfying success lies in not only managing the urgent, but also investing time and energy in what truly matters in the long run.Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Both the characters and the audience quickly understand that this is not going to be a simple task nor a pleasant journey.Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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The stepmom shared her story of pursuing a peaceful, pleasant holiday on Reddit Comments A stepmom is caught in the middle of an awkward holiday dynamic.Angela Andaloro, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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But Jia En’s encouraging news is rejected by Adik, whose self-destructive impulses and lingering anger over past events trigger a tragedy that forces the brothers to flee their home and become fugitives.Richard Kuipers, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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For all the encouraging signs from the global year of elections, the most important question—whether American democracy can withstand four years of attempts to subvert it—remains contested.Larry Diamond, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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Katz is a term for anything enjoyable, fun or pleasing.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 2 Nov. 2024
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Jake Davies, artistically known as Artifact, carves out his place in the EDM community with sonically pleasing, bass-heavy pieces that EDM enjoyers can’t ignore.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 30 Oct. 2024
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Learning and using your physical skills to achieve your goal will be rewarding.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news Life in the digital world can be rewarding.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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But doing it too much and indulging to much could be a reason to evaluate the motive.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2024
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Those indulging on social media often post photos to track their progress (again, these links are NSFW).Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
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Jeff Goldblum puts his own stamp on the fearsome Wizard of Oz, using his quirky persona to reinvent the character and providing a delightful musical number of his own.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024
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The island is a delightful escape for a short break.Rebekah Evans, The Week UK, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024
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Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Conducting a financial needs analysis and working with a certified professional to explore annuities and other financial options can make a significant difference in securing a fulfilling retirement.Dr. Aman Alzubier, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Gratifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratifying. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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