as in gratitude
acknowledgment of having received something good from another
a note expressing her sincere gratefulness for our help
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Noun
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Despite the pain, Daley now reflects on his past with a sense of gratitude and acceptance.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
5 June 2025 -
For its first-ever National Doughnut Day celebration, 88 Donuts will be offering one free ring doughnut per customer, no purchase necessary on Friday (June 6), in part to show their gratitude for the way the Curry Ford community has shown up.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Phoebe Merrick says living in New Zealand has given her a greater appreciation of work-life balance.—
Jennifer Liu
Zachary Green,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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Environmental benefits also remain a key motivator, along with a growing appreciation for the smooth, quiet driving experience and the high-tech features found in many modern EVs.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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“Gratefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratefulness. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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