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[rel-ish] / ˈrɛl ɪʃ /




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The snackiest expression of the theme: a loose, lemony caper relish that lives in the refrigerator waiting to improve whatever happens to cross its path.

From Salon Jun. 9, 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

"That will be a challenge he will relish to take his game to the next level," Ritchie added.

From BBC May 28, 2026

I did not relish using my dagger, so I befriended a jolly friar large enough to be of some protection.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein

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

Sticky, translucent strings dangle from Wesley Smith's chopsticks as the American tourist relishes his natto, the loved-and-hated Japanese fermented soybean superfood going global one slimy mouthful at a time.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

Liam relishes his unearned good fortune while Nick futilely tries to explain to everyone that something is terribly wrong.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 19, 2026

The 2013 US Open champion is tougher than most and despite his longevity still relishes the fight for the biggest titles, the ones that are hardest to win.

From BBC Apr. 6, 2026

Tendai saw that while each large bowl contained sad^a, not all the relishes were the same.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer

Leading the Cincinnati Symphony, conductor Kevin Miller relished the sweeping, Disneyesque optimism of the score.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 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

Vekic particularly looked like she would not have relished a decider, but it was Raducanu who buckled first - perhaps through mental fatigue as much as physical.

From BBC Jun. 14, 2026

Núñez said he came to advocate for unions — but also relished the chance to get out of class.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 13, 2026

They relished any news about what was happening at Hogwarts, though Phineas Nigellus was not an ideal informer.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

France are some outfit and no defender will be relishing seeing any of their forwards zig-zagging their way towards goal.

From BBC Apr. 22, 2026

He tested himself on increasingly higher peaks, relishing moments such as breaking through cloud layers.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 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

Tomas Francis may be relishing a rugby life in France full of oysters and champagne but the prop insists it "means everything" to represent Wales again.

From Barron's Feb. 12, 2026

Yolanda eats several right on the spot, relishing the slightly bumpy feel of the skin in her hand, devouring the crunchy, sweet white meat.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez




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