to feel really grateful, particularly because something dangerous or unpleasant did not happen
to try to appreciate and cherish all the good things one has in one's life
to be ungrateful to the person who has helped one by mistreating or betraying them
to look for faults in a gift, favor, or opportunity that has been given to one, in a way that shows ingratitude
Ex: They were given a rare antique book as a gift and , knowing its value , decided not look a gift horse in the mouth but to cherish the thoughtful present .
to talk highly of someone as a way of helping them get an advantage, such as succeeding in a job interview
to not appreciate a person or thing because one thinks one will never lose them
Ex: Many people only appreciate good health when they taken it for granted and then face a health scare .

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