How to Use glad in a Sentence

glad

adjective
  • We're glad you could come.
  • We've been through some sad times and some glad times.
  • I'll be glad to answer any questions you may have.
  • The mail brought glad news from our friends in England.
  • Sure glad @delta has a plan in place for the Sky club over crowding when 2023 starts.
    Kelly Yamanouchi, ajc, 12 Jan. 2023
  • But many of the top stars in both states are here in Mobile and are glad to be here.
    Ben Thomas | Bthomas@al.com, al, 9 Dec. 2022
  • For Vest, he was amused at what the kids found, and glad those drugs will never hit the streets.
    David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Miss Manners is glad to hear that you have been spared.
    Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2024
  • After all, when the rhythm is glad, there is nothing to be sad.
    Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2023
  • The type of pitch most hitters would be glad to make contact on.
    The Arizona Republic, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Horton said the Maulers are glad to be the team that has gotten Foster back on the field.
    Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 23 Apr. 2023
  • But Cason wasn’t in the lobby that morning to glad-hand.
    Sonja Sharpstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2022
  • Despite the lack of sleep, the group was glad that their story was able to bring viewers joy.
    Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 8 Dec. 2022
  • Pelicans coach Willie Green was glad to have Williamson back on the floor.
    San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Oct. 2022
  • Twitter feeds like @lapolicepursuit are glad to oblige.
    Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2022
  • Head coach Jason Mohns was glad to see his team get on track ahead of a tough stretch.
    Azcentral Sports, The Arizona Republic, 16 Sep. 2022
  • So was part of you glad that Hera didn’t have to get too physical for the time being?
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Is there a part of you that’s glad this success is coming to you later in life.
    Jenelle Riley, Variety, 28 Apr. 2023
  • Staff at the shelter are humored by the comments and glad that people got a laugh out of it.
    Layla McMurtrie, Detroit Free Press, 22 Aug. 2022
  • Plus, a few tips seasoned grillers will be glad to add to their repertoire.
    Tamara Gane, Southern Living, 6 July 2023
  • The wonky details, these people say, are what Walsh has a deputy to take care of while Walsh does the glad-handing.
    Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 5 Sep. 2022
  • Or, spread the glad tidings to those around you by adding one to your Christmas card messages.
    Julia Ludlam, Country Living, 18 Nov. 2022
  • Pure hip-hop fans will be glad that Drake delayed his break for these Scary Hours.
    Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 17 Nov. 2023
  • Brenden Aaronson would have been glad of a first assist in 12 appearances, too.
    Beren Cross, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Brandin Brown is glad to have Ellis for his ability and leadership.
    Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
  • Some are glad that Paramount is back in the driver’s seat.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
  • So, glad to make as many memories as possible.
    Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 27 Feb. 2026
  • There was little doubt Diabate was glad to be in game action again following the hiatus.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
  • Probably just glad someone was paying attention for a change.
    Kevin Sherrington feb. 23, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
  • So, yes, Powell is glad to be back after his break before the All-Star Game due to back pain.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026

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