1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
the man was glad to see his old college buddies again, after so long an absence
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2
as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
I am glad to do the work if it will help the cause
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as in cheerful
serving to lift one's spirits
doctors brought glad tidings to the reporters awaiting news of the queen's condition
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as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was glad of the offer of a ride home
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
it hath gladded my heart to see thy face again
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Recent Examples of glad
Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Brenden Aaronson would have been glad of a first assist in 12 appearances, too.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Be glad that you are fully employed, because the healthiest situation for you would be to make other living arrangements.
—Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Brenden Aaronson would have been glad of a first assist in 12 appearances, too.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
More:Stellantis dealers glad Tavares is out, but now concern grows for the future
Contact Jamie L. LaReau: jlareau@freepress.com.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glad
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According to a series of popular posts on the store’s r/ALDI subreddit, the brand’s beloved Specialty Selected Croissant Toast is now back in stores—and customers are delighted.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
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Leonard, who has played with several talented point guards during a Hall-of-Fame-caliber career, is delighted to have a young playmaker, someone who can feed him the ball, play with pace and create catch-and-shoot opportunities.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
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Daga points out that high-end jewelry customers are more willing to accept higher prices.—
Andrea Bossi,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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If tension rises, be willing to take breaks for water or snacks.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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They are principled, cheerful, resilient leaders.—
Peter Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Mar. 2026
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Don’t forget to add these $13 blackout curtains to bedrooms and guest rooms, and hang this cheerful spring wreath on the front door.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2026
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Like Scheepers, Musu is thankful her boss has been supportive and understanding of her circumstances.—
Blane Bachelor,
CNN Money,
14 Mar. 2026
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Snell, for his part, is thankful to be throwing again without shoulder pain.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Creative fire rises as the nurturing Moon enters Aries and gleams within your 5th House of Creativity, encouraging bold self-expression in whichever way most pleases your heart.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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Perk up your party with an appetizer that’s sure to please the crowd.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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The Kremlin will also be pleased the US has used huge numbers of munitions, notably advanced missiles that Ukraine badly needed.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Some customers rave about the customer service and are pleased with payout amounts after filing claims.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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Arkansas has become a leader in this anti-democracy celebration, with a Legislature, governor, attorney general, and state Supreme Court not only ready, willing, and able, but downright eager to enact, implement, defend, and uphold legislation designed to make a mockery of our official motto.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Seek out new opportunities and be ready to act fast on them.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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Often called the Butterfly Nebula or the Bug Nebula, this object displays a striking structure involving two bright gas lobes extending in opposite directions, separated by a thick, dusty ring—known as a torus—around the central star.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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Penny is a truly bright light in the classroom, bringing a genuine joy and curiosity to her daily practice.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Glad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glad. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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