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[rel-ish] / ˈrɛl ɪʃ /




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Few footballers relish developing a reputation as a super sub - someone who can come off the bench and make an impact - because they would rather be starting games on the pitch.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

Most parents lose sleep over the amount of piecemeal work required to cobble together a summer schedule; very few relish the planning and spreadsheets and carpool rota involved in keeping their kids safe and occupied.

From Salon Jun. 24, 2026

“While we recognise that this Victorian relish has a niche and loyal following, it sadly does not have wider commercial appeal and, despite our best efforts, retailer distribution has dwindled,” it said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 1, 2026

What’s Next: Hedge fund scrutiny certainly isn’t something executives relish, especially with private funding being an attractive alternative.

From Barron's May 29, 2026

“Yes, yes, I will let you eat them in good time. I want to relish this moment.”

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega

He relishes the fast and funny dialogue, flinging around fancy words that don’t mean a thing.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

At 93, the "Downtown" legend still relishes the connection between audience and performer, and the humanity in delivering a vocal -- two things AI songs might eliminate.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

Tuchel, meanwhile, is one of the world's most respected coaches, who openly relishes the cut and thrust of knockout football - as he proved when winning the Champions League with Chelsea in 2021.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

As an artist, Sattouf relishes dark absurdity; as a character, Riad is irresistible even when he’s prickly and judgmental, which is often.

From Salon Jun. 27, 2026

I push her hair back from her head and she closes her eyes like she relishes the feel.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett

Graham relished his role in the center of the action.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

And Neill relished that ability, returning time and again to characters whose unpredictability mirrored life’s, creating an oeuvre that is both grotesque and supremely human.

From Salon Jul. 17, 2026

He revealed to the podcast hosts that he has relished in the opportunity to build a true sanctuary for his family, steadily transforming the rural, rustic property into something he can be proud of.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

But after a long season, in which Shaw scooped up several individual accolades including the WSL Player of the Year and Golden Boot, she relished getting her hands on another piece of silverware.

From BBC May 31, 2026

It was one of his favorite expressions, and she relished using it against him.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers

His exuberant on-pitch persona, relishing confrontation and celebrating tries with rehearsed routines, has attracted attention and a legion of young fans.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

As the picture rolls along, Garcia shows a more assertive side, relishing her character’s emergence from her shell.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

Conductors love to play “Pulcinella” for goofy laughs, exaggerating trombone glissandi and the like, relishing guffaws from the audience.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 23, 2026

Not long after, adults will follow suit and find themselves relishing the activities they once forbade their children from.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 23, 2026

She sat down next to him, relishing the shade.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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