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take satisfaction



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Is it still about winning championships—or can you take satisfaction from where you are now?

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

He may take satisfaction from the fact that the regime has so far remained loyal to him.

From BBC Jan. 16, 2026

But he also said the venerated anti-slavery activist, who called on America to live up to its promises of freedom and equality, would not take satisfaction that the work was complete.

From Washington Post Jan. 14, 2023

Interim coach John Fassel will take satisfaction if Gurley can produce his best game in the finale.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 30, 2016

Rather than surrender to my bitterness, I have learned to take satisfaction in the life that Hugh has led.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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