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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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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grateful people
gracious people
appreciative people
generous-hearted people
generous-minded people
charitable people
grateful thanks
a grateful heart
grateful tears
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Recent Examples of grateful
However, like each of them, Bob, now dubbed Sentry, is every bit as troubled and still grateful for having been saved in the vault.
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2025
General Motors Chief Executive Mary Barra said the automaker is grateful for Trump’s support of the industry, adding that the company looks forward to conversations with the president and working with the administration.
—Josh Boak and Alexa St. John, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2025
O’Connor said the foundation has begun the property zoning process through Will County and is grateful for bipartisan support for the ranch’s development.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
But the flood of ideas, the excitement, and the support of incredible musicians and listeners have kept me going, kept me touring, and kept me grateful for a life on the road.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 29 Apr. 2025
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2025
General Motors Chief Executive Mary Barra said the automaker is grateful for Trump’s support of the industry, adding that the company looks forward to conversations with the president and working with the administration.
—Josh Boak and Alexa St. John, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2025
O’Connor said the foundation has begun the property zoning process through Will County and is grateful for bipartisan support for the ranch’s development.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
But the flood of ideas, the excitement, and the support of incredible musicians and listeners have kept me going, kept me touring, and kept me grateful for a life on the road.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
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Megan Thee Stallion may have broken one of the top rules from the 2025 Met Gala, but fans are thankful for her service.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
6 May 2025
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Wong is a humble servant, forever thankful for the new land, and its people who accepted him.—
Pauleen Le,
CBS News,
5 May 2025
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But overall, this affordable bed frame offers a good mix of pleasant aesthetics and practical storage solutions.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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She’s made a feel-good movie about people who, for the most part, aren’t feeling all that good, leaving the viewer with a pleasant aftertaste that fades away as soon as the last song ends.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2025
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The owner has been very worried for Benji and was incredibly appreciative ...—
TJ Macias,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2025
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The sisters accepted this and did not question her, seemingly appreciative of her considerable work caring for their father.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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This countertop oven bakes the perfect pizza, delicious cookies and toasts evenly.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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Each chapter takes you right into a nonna's home in a different region—the pages read like a delicious road trip through the country.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Read Next Real Estate News See delightful Fair Oaks estate built in 1901 along American River.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2025
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Delight by Default Aim for pleasant surprises—fewer steps, quicker approvals, delightful interactions and unexpected efficiency.—
Sal Rehmetullah,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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The Half Dome comes with a footprint, which is a rarity these days, and nice to have.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
16 May 2025
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However, a very nice man let us in, much to the chagrin of a lady who did not want to let us in.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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At the same time, designers are encouraged to let their creativity flow—to re-imagine the rooms in ways that are both pleasing and potentially inspirational.—
Randy Mason,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2025
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But for those who obsess about kerning, the space between letters, the view from above the tomb is not exactly an aesthetically pleasing one.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
4 May 2025
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Following Cameron’s sweet toast to Kaya, Elsbeth offers her own toast and new insights into her next chapter.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
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This is a sweet story all about family legacy, authentic food, and fighting to preserve both in the face of hardship.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
8 May 2025
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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