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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
Not only is the new mom relieved and thankful that daily hospital visits are over, but so is her family, who shared their joy in the comment section.
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
Super thankful to have him this season, to get to know him, be a teammate with him.
—Jim Barnes
january 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Jan. 2026
While there was little to be thankful for in the 38-3 rout, Bernard felt differently.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
After meeting Johanne Siff, who is now the managing director of Ashlynn Park, Siff compared her work to Martin Margiela, according to Park, who was thankful but in disbelief.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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The Weselohs are glad Matuszewicz returned to the neon world to help preserve its presence in Colorado.—
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And count him as one of the many people glad this wild-card game is in Charlotte.—
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Nick Ruggiere, another of Goose's rescuers, told 7 News WHDH that the owner and his dog were incredibly grateful for the swift help.—
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Our wallets, lungs, and future generations would be grateful.—
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Cronin was more pleased with his team-high eight deflections.—
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Bonta said he’s been pleased to see judges pushing back against the president’s power grabs, including by using sharp language that makes their alarm clear.—
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When Nuno went onto the pitch at the final whistle, there were some long, appreciative hugs with some of his former players.—
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Sara Gibbs, executive director of Escondido Community Child Development Center, and Danielle Rush, HR director, graciously thanked Saint Helen Philoptochos and were very appreciative for their generous donation which was above and beyond their expectations, the news release stated.—
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In the comments section, fans were delighted to see the castmembers reunited, as many called for a spinoff series or movie.—
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Paris awoke Tuesday to a blanket of snow on its famous rooftops and sites, and children whose schools couldn’t hold classes delighted in an unexpected day off.—
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In January 2025, Lane posted a photo on Instagram of himself hugging Layla and wishing her a happy birthday.—
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Kinnear, though, is happy with the lineup.—
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For now, the United States appears satisfied with Rodríguez’s cooperation.—
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With 10 grams of protein per stick and zero sugar, these meaty treats are a great way to stay satisfied throughout the day.—
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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