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'recognize' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'recognize' with 20 example sentences.


recognize verb

: accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

: be fully aware or cognizant of

: detect with the senses

: perceive to be the same

: grant credentials to

: express greetings upon meeting someone

: express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for

: exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)

: show approval or appreciation of


  • They were speaking a language that I didn't recognize.
  • The human mind is good at recognizing patterns.
  • Do you recognize this handwriting?
  • I recognized your voice right away.
  • I wonder if she'll recognize me after all these years.
  • I can't believe you didn't recognize your own brother.
  • I don't recognize any of the people in the picture.
  • I didn't recognize anyone in the room.
  • I'm pretty sure nobody's going to recognize you.
  • Now he is recognized as one of the most promising writers.
  • You should recognize that there is some truth to his words.
  • I don't recognize her.
  • You have changed so much that I can hardly recognize you.
  • She recognized him by his voice.
  • In contrast with you, I am able to recognize my mistakes.
  • Don't eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn't recognize as food.
  • He wore a mask so that no one could recognize him.
  • Do you recognize any of this jewelry?
  • Do you recognize that woman?
  • Do you recognize this tune?
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