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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3
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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4
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
Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
In that moment, Lindsey recalls being surrounded by loved ones, and glad to know what happened to her little girl.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 13 July 2025
Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
And the entire game turning into an arduous light level slog, light level being something that most players were glad to see almost entirely left behind the last few years, is exhausting.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
In that moment, Lindsey recalls being surrounded by loved ones, and glad to know what happened to her little girl.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 13 July 2025
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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By building ethical, explainable and collaborative AI systems, agencies can keep clients delighted and employees empowered.—
Joel Frenette,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The machine was actually suggested to him by his primary care physician, both of whom are delighted with its smart design and solid construction.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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There's immediate revenue to be made if a company with deep pockets like Amazon is willing to pay SpaceX. Second, the other options to get Kuiper satellites into orbit just aren't available at the volume Amazon needs.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Trump Administration should be ready to cut off that avenue, and be willing to suspend any sanction only in stages, tied to compliance with a ceasefire, troop withdrawals, and the terms of a final agreement.—
Miriam Sapiro,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
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The movie’s most affecting moments are between Lynette and her brother, played with disarming cheerful innocence by Gottsagen and with alarming distress when Kenny is placed in tense situations.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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Others expressed their appreciation for the remodel, calling it bright and cheerful.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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However, Madrid will be thankful for a relatively easy opening after missing out on a proper preseason following its participation in FIFA’s Club World Cup.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Though everyone was thankful the shooting was a hoax, the experience left an uneasy feeling around the campus of the Catholic university in suburban Philadelphia.—
Shane Brennan,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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And for people who choose to lease rather than buy, $7,500 can be put toward the lease of any EV, without restrictions on price, manufacturing location or buyer income — a loophole that has pleased many automakers and frustrated many EV tax credit critics.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
22 Aug. 2025
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His effort to schmaltz Putin with a display of royal pageantry obviously pleased this murderous dictator to no end.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
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Three months after his trip to America, Saiko was ready to return to Ukraine.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Though a diamond stylus follows the grooves as the record spins on the direct-drive platter, there are no magnets or coils in the wings to convert minute vibrations into a usable signal that's ready for amplification.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Aug. 2025
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The collaboration with The Wieners Circle, a hot dog stand in Lincoln Park, was also stuffed with yellow mustard, diced onions, celery salt and bright green relish.—
Zareen Syed,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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The White Sneaker With Red Linen Trousers Put a fresh spin on Autry’s white sneakers by teaming them up with bright red linen trousers.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
25 Aug. 2025
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In Boca Raton, Ken Thomas was grateful to have his power restored this week, after about ten hours with no air conditioning.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
16 Aug. 2025
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Valle said she was overwhelmed by and grateful for the council’s action and the way the city has embraced her uncle’s memory and military service.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Glad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glad. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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