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appreciate

verb as in be grateful, thankful

verb as in increase in worth

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Young people, growing up without any solid economic pedagogy or figures like Thomas Sowell to look up to, don’t see reasons to appreciate capitalism or oppose socialism.

The wind growls through the trees, as if it doesn’t appreciate my commitment to the cause.

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At Swanburne, even three children who had been raised by wolves would be appreciated for their unique qualities.

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Thanks to their governess, the children know how to appreciate a good story and were excellent listeners.

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I didn’t appreciate her comment, but there was a tightrope I needed to walk.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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