1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
she looked pleased with the gift
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2
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
a sleepy, pleased cat
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1
as in thrilled
to give satisfaction to
fresh flowers please me greatly
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2
as in wanted
to see fit
clearly, you are going to do as you please no matter what I advise
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Recent Examples of pleased
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Jackass fans appear pleased with the celebration that combines a look back at classic stunts alongside an array of new footage, with Best and Last nabbing an A- CinemaScore.
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Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2026
The organization this year was pleased to increase the number of scholars chosen to five, each of whom received scholarship support in the amount of $20,000 and will be mentored throughout their undergraduate education and into their future careers.
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News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
White Foundation Executive Director Bill Hanna was pleased so many kids showed up.
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Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Pegula, Anisimova and Gauff should be pleased with their early-round draws, which are more important on SW19’s grass than at any other Grand Slam, because of the shortness of the season and the lack of time to build rhythm.
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Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Himes was pleased to see the legislation pass after a volatile several months.
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Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
25 June 2026
Most of us are really, really pleased to get something.
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Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
25 June 2026
Unions attempt to force Newsom’s hand Unions have not been pleased with Newsom over his insistence that state employees need to collaborate more by working in person.
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William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Success was whatever pleased him that afternoon.
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Bob Batchelor,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Success was whatever pleased him that afternoon.
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Bob Batchelor,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
Yet the momentary surprise was not enough to affect a single note of my playing, a fact which pleased me.
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Literary Hub,
15 June 2026
Standout players The way Jeremy Doku ended the club season will have pleased Garcia.
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Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Again, Brunello was a man at ease in his surroundings, pleased to share the docufilm about his life and philosophies.
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Randee Dawn,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
A couple giggling teens popped on and off that scale recently, pleased, apparently, by the reading.
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Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
The president was reportedly pleased by the news of his eldest son's plans to marry again.
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Linda Marx,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Jacie Prieto Lopez, LA28’s vice president of communications and public affairs, said in a statement that her organization is pleased to forward the agreement to the council for consideration.
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David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Jackass fans appear pleased with the celebration that combines a look back at classic stunts alongside an array of new footage, with Best and Last nabbing an A- CinemaScore.
—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2026
The organization this year was pleased to increase the number of scholars chosen to five, each of whom received scholarship support in the amount of $20,000 and will be mentored throughout their undergraduate education and into their future careers.
—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
White Foundation Executive Director Bill Hanna was pleased so many kids showed up.
—
Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Pegula, Anisimova and Gauff should be pleased with their early-round draws, which are more important on SW19’s grass than at any other Grand Slam, because of the shortness of the season and the lack of time to build rhythm.
—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Himes was pleased to see the legislation pass after a volatile several months.
—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
25 June 2026
Most of us are really, really pleased to get something.
—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
25 June 2026
Unions attempt to force Newsom’s hand Unions have not been pleased with Newsom over his insistence that state employees need to collaborate more by working in person.
—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
Verb
Netflix has a new #1 movie in its top 10 list, a romantic comedy that seems to have pleased both critics and audiences alike, far from a sure thing in that genre.
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Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Success was whatever pleased him that afternoon.
—
Bob Batchelor,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Success was whatever pleased him that afternoon.
—
Bob Batchelor,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
Yet the momentary surprise was not enough to affect a single note of my playing, a fact which pleased me.
—
Literary Hub,
15 June 2026
Standout players The way Jeremy Doku ended the club season will have pleased Garcia.
—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Again, Brunello was a man at ease in his surroundings, pleased to share the docufilm about his life and philosophies.
—
Randee Dawn,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
A couple giggling teens popped on and off that scale recently, pleased, apparently, by the reading.
—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
The president was reportedly pleased by the news of his eldest son's plans to marry again.
—
Linda Marx,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleased
Adjective
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When asked about whether this was a tribute to actress Caitlin Zoz, who plays the character Kathleen Billings on the series, Yost seemed delighted at picking up on that.
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Adam Green, a co-founder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, is delighted with Kiros’s win over DeGette, and with the broader successes of insurgent Democrats so far this primary season.
Adjective
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After the final friendly, when a reporter remarked on the team's fluidity and intensity, Pochettino looked satisfied.
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The piece is currently available in 15 colors and has more than 3,900 five-star reviews from satisfied shoppers.
Verb
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In the outdoor category, we’re thrilled to have found the Signature Design by Ashley Clare View Outdoor Patio Sofa so steeply discounted.
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The Courant has reported some colonists were not exactly thrilled by the notion of severing ties with England and that true believers in independence probably initially were in the minority, as with all revolutions.
Verb
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Farshidfard, a Long Beach State alum, says he's wanted to give back to the community that gave him so much since moving to the area.
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Jones’ mother wanted to know what happened to her only child, Fair said.
Adjective
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After a road trip that ended with a disappointing sweep in Detroit, the White Sox are glad to be back home for a division duel against the Cleveland Guardians that kicks off on Monday night.
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Burnham is a proven-glad hander who knows how to charmingly converse with individuals.
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At the beach, maybe, at a barbecue or whatever place sets fireworks pinwheeling through your holiday-happy mind.
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Like many great works of American literature, the book is an unflinching portrait of a seemingly happy family held together by hubris and fear of change.
Verb
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The terrain is rocky, with vineyards clinging to steep limestone slopes, simultaneously warmed by the sun and cooled by salty Adriatic breezes.
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Our hearts are left warmed by its deft exploration of humanity, patriarchy and the meaning of life.
Verb
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In a February statement, UC Davis said that equestrian athletes who wished to continue competing at the varsity level at another institution would be supported in exploring transfer opportunities.
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Customers wished all the best for Smith, a dedicated father and chef.
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“Pleased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleased. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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