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recognize

[rek-uhg-nahyz] / ˈrɛk əgˌnaɪz /




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This scrupulosity primed him to recognize the singular nature of what the Founders had achieved.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The antigen is the component of a vaccine that trains the immune system to recognize and fight infection.

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

I recognize that we’re experiencing something very exciting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Mrs. Maroney might see through my disguise, Flora might recognize me by my walk, or any number of things could spoil the secrecy.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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