gladded

Definition of gladdednext
past tense of glad, archaic
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Verb
  • Tax cuts and an assault on federal regulation have pleased many, even as tariffs, immigration restrictions and now spiking fuel prices and rising interest rates have kept the small business optimism index below historic averages.
    John Schroyer, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
  • Again, Brunello was a man at ease in his surroundings, pleased to share the docufilm about his life and philosophies.
    Randee Dawn, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • An early example of internet-viral fame, the then-47-year-old unemployed charity worker from rural Scotland delighted viewers and judges with her powerful, angelic voice and charm.
    Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 29 May 2026
  • Torres continues to show great flair in writing for Oscar winners, though, with Portman playing a mother delighted by her daughter’s interest in a step-child doll to torment.
    Jesse Hassenger, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • Personals like this one may feel like a relic—Zohran Mamdani and Rama Duwaji, New York’s mayor and his wife, met on Hinge, after all—but love and lust have been satisfied by column inches since the 1800s.
    Zara Meerza, Air Mail, 2 May 2026
  • State court records show Blueprint satisfied the judgment by last April.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and bake until the edges of the pasta are crisped, the cheese is melted and everything is warmed through.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
  • Reheat, still wrapped, in a 325° oven until warmed through.
    Paula Disbrowe, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • Fans of Madix will also be thrilled to know that starting Friday, May 29, Peacock subscribers will have the option to choose Madix as their Peacock avatar on the streaming service.
    Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
  • While Off Campus only has two seasons confirmed so far, fans seem thrilled that Allie and Dean are next on the list.
    Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Arteta and Arsenal have also had to withstand almighty pressure and a media that have feasted on every one of their stumbles.
    Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 25 May 2026
  • The Sailors immediately feasted on Martinez and his offerings, as Guy hit a double with the bases loaded, driving in three runs to make the score 5-0.
    David Delgado, Oc Register, 23 May 2026
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“Gladded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gladded. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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