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to acknowledge
01
to openly accept something as true or real
Transitive: to acknowledge a fact or situation
Examples
For the therapy to be effective, one must first acknowledge their feelings and emotions.
02
to confirm or report the receipt of something, often by providing a response or notification
Transitive: to acknowledge receipt of something
Examples
The recipient acknowledged receipt of the package by signing the delivery slip.
03
to notice and show recognition to someone
Transitive: to acknowledge a person or their action
Examples
The director made sure to acknowledge every actor's contribution during the play's finale
04
to publicly show thankfulness and gratitude for someone
Transitive: to acknowledge sth
Examples
The CEO acknowledged the hard work of the employees during the company meeting.
05
to recognize or admit the importance, significance, or quality of something
Transitive: to acknowledge a quality or characteristic
Examples
The artist acknowledged the skill and talent of her peers, expressing admiration for their work.
06
to formally recognize or accept someone as having a particular status, role, or relationship
Complex Transitive: to acknowledge sb as a role or status
Examples
The council acknowledged her as the rightful owner of the property, granting her legal ownership.
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