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recognize

[rek-uhg-nahyz] / ˈrɛk əgˌnaɪz /




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In practice this suggests that McLeod doesn’t have what most workers would recognize as a real job.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

“I could recognize that perhaps in Orange County, some of the things that I could see why they may choose there is a lot more Korean leadership in politics,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

To earn a reward, the octopus had to recognize where the image was actually located and move toward that position.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Investors burned in the past by MLPs should recognize that “it’s a totally different sector” now, says Thummel.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“Because I recognize her. I’ve seen her, Lizzie.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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