1
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was grateful for her neighbor's help after she broke her foot
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2
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
I'm glad for the grateful warmth of the fire on such a cold day
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Recent Examples of grateful
Now almost 50 years into his career at the zoo, Maynard said he's always been grateful for the outpouring of support from the community.
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Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Sep. 2025
Hissrich certainly feels there's more to mine here, but is ultimately grateful to actually make it to the finish line.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Another parent, while grateful her daughter wasn't hurt, expressed dismay at the situation.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
Another parent who’s grateful for nirsevimab is Suzich, who worked on its development at MedImmune.
—Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 23 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Sep. 2025
Hissrich certainly feels there's more to mine here, but is ultimately grateful to actually make it to the finish line.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Another parent, while grateful her daughter wasn't hurt, expressed dismay at the situation.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
Another parent who’s grateful for nirsevimab is Suzich, who worked on its development at MedImmune.
—Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grateful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
Adjective
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We are blessed in love and life and are so very thankful for our families coming together.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Fischer Homes is deeply thankful to all the generous trade partners and sponsors who helped make this home a reality; their contributions brought beauty and quality to every corner.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Has a creamy taste that most people find pleasant.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
28 Sep. 2025
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While the flavor of this bread did not overwhelm our editors, many commented on the pleasant texture, making this store brand from ALDI a great option as the base for a sandwich or recipe.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Stevenson was appreciative of the vote of confidence from his head coach.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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The menu circles the room to appreciative murmurs.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The world is full of delicious Negroni variations, but few and far between are the ones that work as harmoniously as this.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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Meaty, creamy and simply delicious!—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Bedoya said the residence is dubbed Asolare, which in Italian means to pass time in a delightful, leisurely way.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Besides the delicious sandwiches, the mango and papaya parfait was particularly delightful and light, and the chocolate cake came adored with a pink butterfly.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The day after his victory, Gurgel’s wife called Kerr and invited him over for lunch, and although Kerr worried he might get jumped, instead the two fighters had an enjoyable meal and chat.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Upgrading to a fresh board, especially wood, makes prep safer and much more enjoyable.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Located in historic downtown Gainesville, the Victorian complex is a nice breather before and after the intensity of game day in Gainesville, and the drive to the stadium is less than 10 minutes.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Napheesa will probably sit this one out, but Bryce still has time to send his commish a nice greeting card.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The listing says the 4×4 has previously spent time finished in black and camouflage, but is currently sporting a pleasing coat of silver and rides on a matching set of eight-lug 17-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpio BK tires.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
29 Sep. 2025
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The picture looks pleasing in a dim room and holds shadow detail in darker scenes, so movies don’t turn into mush.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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