relish
noun
liking or enjoyment of the taste of something.
was relishing
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past progressiveof relish.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Back at Old Trafford, where he won the Premier League and Champions League during 12 years as a player, Carrick admitted he was relishing the opportunity after being sacked by second-tier Middlesbrough last year.
From Barron's ● Feb. 6, 2026
"Norris obviously knew his cricket. He was relishing the event. It wasn't a duty call for him and we all remembered having a really great time."
From BBC ● Mar. 6, 2024
He was relishing the thought of attending baseball games and spending more time out of the house with his brother, 15-year-old Turner, who also received his first shot Thursday.
From Washington Post ● May 13, 2021
The elder Woods was relishing at the opportunity.
From Fox News ● Dec. 18, 2020
His motel was a good two miles away, but after spending three years in prison he was relishing the idea that he could simply walk and walk, forever if need be.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
