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as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was grateful for her neighbor's help after she broke her foot
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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
Good at-bats, throwing out runners and blocking balls are all part of a day’s work for Paredes, who is grateful to be doing it.
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Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Santa Clara County Registrar Matt Moreles says the office is grateful for all the submissions and hopes the contest encourages voter participation and not just for this year’s elections.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Encinitas city officials got an earful of questions, concerns and even grateful appreciation Tuesday about their plans to build two pedestrian crossings over the railroad tracks in Leucadia.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
In a statement, his attorney Anna Geigle with the Denver law firm Geigle Morales, said Allen is deeply grateful for the jury’s hard work and attentiveness.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
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Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Santa Clara County Registrar Matt Moreles says the office is grateful for all the submissions and hopes the contest encourages voter participation and not just for this year’s elections.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Encinitas city officials got an earful of questions, concerns and even grateful appreciation Tuesday about their plans to build two pedestrian crossings over the railroad tracks in Leucadia.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
In a statement, his attorney Anna Geigle with the Denver law firm Geigle Morales, said Allen is deeply grateful for the jury’s hard work and attentiveness.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
Adjective
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The Fierros were thankful and also struggling.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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Being grateful – expresses sincere appreciation for others’ efforts and contributions, and feels thankful for the things received in life.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The temptation to go with Krick’s more pleasant (and somehow more spiritually American) forecast is obviously great.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Walker Buehler has been a pleasant and necessary surprise, even providing the Padres with the occasional quality start.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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And the crowd, for the most part, barely made a peep while Simon played (although fans were appropriately appreciative during the song breaks).—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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And Jones is, for the record, deeply appreciative of those fans.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
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Besides the hotel's on-site restaurant, one of the best on the island, another spot for upscale dining is Eli’s, which also has delicious cocktails and ocean views.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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From a castle built by a Sherlock Holmes actor in Connecticut to lava fields in Idaho that helped train astronauts, these destinations showcase the beauty, ingenuity and delightful weirdness that make the United States unique.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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While the Brooklynite was more of an addendum than a star in that book, its a delightful little drink and among the better things to make with a bottle of Jamaican rum.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
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Big Brother 6 What makes season 6 so enjoyable is not just the introduction of two legends in Janelle and Kaysar, in addition to a bevy of other big personalities.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Those investments have included a focus on retail fundamentals, like ensuring stores have enough staff, are enjoyable to spend time in and are stocked with items people actually want to buy.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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There’s Chateau de Fère and Les Crayères, which is very imposing and old-fashioned; a couple of very nice funky little boutique hotels (including one owned by the Selosse family who make amazing, and amazingly priced, grower Champagne) and lots of good chambres d'hôtes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Spring peas and wild rice make a nice combo filling for sweet bell peppers!—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
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From a sweet yogurt bowl with cinnamon and berries to a savory dip with garlic and herbs.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2026
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Peaches are a classic summer treat, offering sweet and juicy bites from the first taste to the pit.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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