as in to commend
to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given
I thanked her for giving me the present. I want to thank everyone who helped today.
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Recent Examples of thank
Let’s start with the good news (and thank the gods for any good news about anything these days).
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Adam Frank, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson got choked up when thanking his family after being awarded the Dick Howser Trophy on Friday morning in Omaha, Nebraska.
—Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
Hart — who also missed a go-ahead layup in the final moments — will never be able to thank him enough.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
Segal thanked the mayor for looking into the police response Sunday and demanded accountability and a better experience next year.
—Liz Crawford, CBS News, 11 June 2026
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Adam Frank, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson got choked up when thanking his family after being awarded the Dick Howser Trophy on Friday morning in Omaha, Nebraska.
—Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
Hart — who also missed a go-ahead layup in the final moments — will never be able to thank him enough.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
Segal thanked the mayor for looking into the police response Sunday and demanded accountability and a better experience next year.
—Liz Crawford, CBS News, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thank
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City leaders commended the bravery of the emergency personnel who performed the search during large surf, powerful currents and limited underwater visibility.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Some commended the parks, including their staff and signage.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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In a statement, SAG-AFTRA national executive director Duncan Crabtree-Ireland applauded the hosts on their organizing drive.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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While Ghalenoei sat by himself in the dugout, his players gathered together and walked around the field applauding their remaining thousands of flag-shaking, roaring fans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Several celebrities also sent in video tributes congratulating Evelyn on receiving the award, including Steve Carell, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jon Bon Jovi, Jimmy Fallon and Conan O’Brien.—
Seyanna Barrett,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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In his concession speech, Eliasch aimed an allegation at the Olympic body and urged FIS to protect its independence before congratulating Ospelt.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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Lewis openly acknowledged the sport’s inherent danger.—
Russ Bynum,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Structural issues in the roof have forced staff to install pipe jacks as temporary supports, and Leonard acknowledged the situation is unsustainable.—
Kevin Strong,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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“Thank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thank. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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