as in appreciative
feeling or expressing gratitude
as the name of each contributor was announced, the audience responded with appreciatory applause
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Adjective
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Much has changed, but Europeans remain appreciative of the simple and unchanging rhythms of the natural world, including the coming and passing of the season’s longest day.
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That honor seemed to leave the Blue Jays pitcher both appreciative and somewhat surprised.
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When Kelsey bravely asks if there’s any part of her that’s now thankful for Jo-Ellen given this new development, Rulla maintains that Jo-Ellen went about it the wrong way.
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So very thankful that the Lord’s plans always prevail.
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Gail Willard is grateful her daughter is remembered by so many.
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Be grateful for the opportunities America affords to you and yours.
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“Appreciatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciatory. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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