gratification
Example Sentences
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But shipping costs have increased sharply—especially for home deliveries—and offering near-instant gratification for online orders is no longer a sound business strategy for many.
"The sense of gratification I felt when we rallied around an agenda and got results made me feel like this is what I want," Thapa said of his start as a student activist.
From Barron's
They prefer instant gratification that extends beyond Mexico.
From Salon
In the newsroom, current events and editors provided an onslaught of tasks that offered intellectual stimulation, variety and reliable gratification.
“Bat,” Mr. Grayson answered, “sometimes we have to wait. It’s good practice to delay gratification.”
From Literature
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