1
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was grateful for her neighbor's help after she broke her foot
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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
I'm glad for the grateful warmth of the fire on such a cold day
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Recent Examples of grateful
Gail Willard is grateful her daughter is remembered by so many.
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Joe Holden,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Be grateful for the opportunities America affords to you and yours.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
But more price rises are highly likely, so in that sense rival brands will be grateful for the freedom Apple’s announcement has given them.
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David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Ukraine is grateful to Poland for its support, and would stay open to resolve historical differences with Poland, Zelensky wrote Saturday in his post.
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Claudia Ciobanu,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for grateful
Joe Holden,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Be grateful for the opportunities America affords to you and yours.
—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
But more price rises are highly likely, so in that sense rival brands will be grateful for the freedom Apple’s announcement has given them.
—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Ukraine is grateful to Poland for its support, and would stay open to resolve historical differences with Poland, Zelensky wrote Saturday in his post.
—
Claudia Ciobanu,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for grateful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
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The young girl and her father sitting in front of Fabio in section 224 on this day were certainly thankful the trophy made it into the stadium.
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And maybe the secret to a long and happy life is to be thankful.
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Bartlett’s posture is ramrod straight, his voice a pleasant, precise British lilt that’s nothing like his natural Australian accent.
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Dogs are welcome, and the shaded setting is a pleasant place to linger.
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The two put on a striking battle over three rounds in front of an appreciative crowd in London that evening.
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The program including a selection of Broadway tunes old and new, was delivered with flair to an appreciative audience.
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Cherry trees showcase beautiful blooms in the spring and produce delicious fruit in late spring and early summer.
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The spinach and feta pastry was delicious, salty enough from the cheese filling and not too heavy.
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Perhaps because of this aesthetic of illusions, the earnest state pride evident in some of the pavilions turns out to feel especially delightful.
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Her nuanced portrayal gives the girl many layers, including a delightful determination.
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More of us are rediscovering the appeal of doing things the harder (though usually more enjoyable) way.
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Choosing snacks that are both healthy and appealing to kids can make snack time easier and more enjoyable.
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Neither side has been shy of attacking, which has been a nice change of pace compared with the first couple of knockout stage matches.
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Been shooting some nice low scores in these last couple weeks outs here, so that’s something good to pat myself on the back.
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The result is one of the most diverse wine regions in the world—one where sparkling wines, crisp coastal whites, elegant reds and historic sweet wines can all coexist within the same broader region.
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The sweet treats probably added to the general sense of optimism and excitement for the marketing, advertising, data and technology leaders who came to talk shop and compare notes at a time of massive transformation in virtually every business sector.
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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