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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
My family is so grateful for you.
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Laurie Perez, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Three generations of family history have converged in this moment, and all the Burtons are grateful.
—Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
If there were reasons to be wary of the dance scene being dominated by the taste of one curator backed by one foreign luxury brand, there were more reasons to be grateful.
—Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
Carlos Austin-Adams, who was born and raised in the West Grove, is grateful for The Last Carrot, too.
—Connie Ogle
february 5, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
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Laurie Perez, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Three generations of family history have converged in this moment, and all the Burtons are grateful.
—Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
If there were reasons to be wary of the dance scene being dominated by the taste of one curator backed by one foreign luxury brand, there were more reasons to be grateful.
—Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
Carlos Austin-Adams, who was born and raised in the West Grove, is grateful for The Last Carrot, too.
—Connie Ogle
february 5, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for grateful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
Adjective
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Like any other cancer test—hello there, prostate—the technology leaves us feeling thankful but not exactly thrilled.—
Erik German,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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My family personally and my business professionally were forced into bankruptcy and are thankful to be on the other side of it.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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What might be a pleasant wine on the ground often loses nuance or becomes imbalanced in flight since the low cabin pressure tends to mute aromas.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is in full bloom, and water excursions like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are also especially pleasant at this time of year, even if the water’s a bit chilly, at least to natives.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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In her sleeveless silver jumpsuit, Duff – who is also a mom of four – was visibly appreciative of the crowd reception blasted her direction.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Harden took the job, and Louie in the first season is a man worn down by his reliance on alcohol but also respectful and appreciative toward everyone in the hospital.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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Watch summer corn shine in this fresh and flavorful recipe that stars sumac and feta in one delicious recipe.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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Spreading almond butter on toast is another delicious way to enjoy this nutrient-dense food.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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Guests can enjoy a delightful complimentary breakfast (yogurt and granola, juices, coffee, and baked goods) or order from the full-service menu for an additional fee.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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The town’s colorful buildings feature bow windows, loggias, colorful mosaics, and delicate rosettes in a delightful Belle Époque style.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
15 Feb. 2026
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With a creamy sauce and tender, silky onions, everything about this dish is enjoyable—including the fact it's made in one pan for easy clean-up.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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These popular items aim to make life with pets easier, cleaner, and more enjoyable.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Having a set time to do individual work has been nice.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
19 Feb. 2026
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While more attacking and midfield options are always nice, Orlando’s real problem lies in replacing key defenders who departed in the offseason.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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And for a sweet trip down memory lane, hit up the stalls dishing out nostalgic treats like candy and coconut wraps, Ding Ding candy, and dragon's beard candy.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Merrill’s balance through the swing and bat-to-ball skill placed him in the top 1% and 14%, respectively, in launch-angle sweet-spot percentage and expected slugging percentage last year.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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