recognize
verb (used with object)
to identify as something or someone previously seen, known, etc..
recognizes
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present tense formof recognize (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The familiarity should help Cousins get reacquainted quickly, and it won’t be long until he’s up against an opponent he recognizes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026
When this protein is detected, synNotch directs the immune cell to produce a CAR that recognizes two additional tumor-associated proteins, EphA2 and IL13Rα2.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026
The Paley Honors Award recognizes landmark contributions to and enduring impact on the media industry, and its gala will feature a special tribute celebrating each honoree’s distinguished career and creative legacy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
At the same time, “Black Zombie” recognizes this subgenre’s cultural resilience, arguing that recognizing the zombie’s true roots broadens its narrative possibilities.
From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2026
He doesn't know these boys, but he recognizes their uniforms.
From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
