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as in glad
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
we were thankful that someone else was footing the bill for the lavish wedding banquet
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as in grateful
feeling or expressing gratitude
I am thankful for all your help
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Recent Examples of thankful
Perez and Singh were incredibly thankful that their priceless memories were recovered.
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Erin Clack, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Chisholm, thankful to no longer be playing in the freezing cold, now has six home runs this season after also going deep on Sunday to snap an 0-for-24 skid.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
Despite his split with Stewart, Anderson remains thankful for his family.
—Jane Lacroix, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
To those of us who have devoted our lives and taken risks for non-violence, those in complicity with decisions to cut library funding and remove books should be thankful.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2025
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Erin Clack, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Chisholm, thankful to no longer be playing in the freezing cold, now has six home runs this season after also going deep on Sunday to snap an 0-for-24 skid.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
Despite his split with Stewart, Anderson remains thankful for his family.
—Jane Lacroix, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
To those of us who have devoted our lives and taken risks for non-violence, those in complicity with decisions to cut library funding and remove books should be thankful.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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The industry is surely glad to hear that the FDA, at least right now, is not implementing a ban for common dyes such as Yellow 5.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
22 Apr. 2025
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While glad for not having off-the-field troubles as a young player, Kelce shared a piece of advice for young players: Find a life balance.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2025
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No matter the actual number, Taylor now 77, is grateful his career stretches across so many decades.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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So grateful for the cast, crew and studio for their confidence and indulgence.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2025
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Those fielding ground balls and turning double plays on the new infield are appreciative of not only the results to date, but the effort of Moeller, head groundskeeper Mike Deubel and the rest of the crew.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Not everyone is appreciative of the government actions.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Apr. 2025
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Walker, who died in 2023, was delighted to hear from her son but knew the voice was off.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2025
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The couple are delighted with the news and are very much looking forward to starting a family together.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Adopting it for use cases that support human workers, rather than attempting to replace them, is likely to lead to happier, less stressed and ultimately more productive employees.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Larry David doesn't sound happy about Bill Maher's dinner with President Donald Trump.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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But users reporting a parking violation are satisfied only 23% of the time, and those reporting a streetlight problem just 28%.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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As Harry staggers away from what's left of his victim, Richie seems satisfied.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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