as in commended
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 thanked
The president also thanked other countries, such as Turkey and Indonesia, for stepping into to help with the war – while taking a hit at NATO.
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Bart Jansen, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
In the bottom half of the inning, after Merrill doubled, McGonigle appeared to compliment Merrill on his catch, which Merrill thanked him for.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The Secret Service said its Office of Professional Responsibility will review the details of the incident and thanked officers and partners who offered medical assistance at the scene.
—Sarah Davis, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2026
Spears thanked fans for their support in her new Instagram post.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Swift accepted the award for Pop Album of the Year and thanked her fiancé in her speech.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
Richardson extended condolences on behalf of the city and thanked multiple organizations that aided Lake Station police and fire departments in the search.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The Cranston police thanked the public, fellow law enforcement agencies and the media for their help.
—Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
His hair was still the same—thick, mostly brown—and my sister and I thanked him for our own abundant heads.
—Amanda Peet, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Bart Jansen, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
In the bottom half of the inning, after Merrill doubled, McGonigle appeared to compliment Merrill on his catch, which Merrill thanked him for.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The Secret Service said its Office of Professional Responsibility will review the details of the incident and thanked officers and partners who offered medical assistance at the scene.
—Sarah Davis, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2026
Spears thanked fans for their support in her new Instagram post.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Swift accepted the award for Pop Album of the Year and thanked her fiancé in her speech.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
Richardson extended condolences on behalf of the city and thanked multiple organizations that aided Lake Station police and fire departments in the search.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The Cranston police thanked the public, fellow law enforcement agencies and the media for their help.
—Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
His hair was still the same—thick, mostly brown—and my sister and I thanked him for our own abundant heads.
—Amanda Peet, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thanked
Verb
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Jackson should be commended for taking a thoughtful step to strengthen consumer trust and the future of recycling innovation.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Beatriz Andre, acting regional attorney for the EEOC’s Los Angeles District Office, commended Justin and Wonderful for reaching the settlement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Trump has not acknowledged Qalibaf by name in his statements claiming major breakthroughs in diplomacy between Washington and Tehran.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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Also, sitting unrestored is the Uptown Theatre, acknowledged as one of Chicago’s most important architectural treasures, a music venue with a capacity not that different from the one proposed at the 1901 Project and a theater itself located in a neighborhood that needs investment.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Lutz has applauded Miller’s hiring; the coaches plan to have lunch this week.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Schumacher applauded the work Pederson has been putting in, saying the results haven’t matched the effort, but the Rangers will need that to change in the regular season.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the remainder of her remarks, Takaichi congratulated the United States on its 250th anniversary and said Japan will gift Washington, DC, an additional 250 cherry trees.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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Everyone congratulated her, from security guards to Uber drivers to waitresses.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Miles praised the defensive effort of South Carolina.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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The shoe was a hit, praised equally for its design as its comfort, and is currently available in 19 different colorways and materials, including pink or leopard ponyhair, white leather, and tan suede.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The daytime talk-show hosts complimented the appearance of guest Howie Mandel, who turned 70 in November.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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She was validated when one of the ad men the company hired picked hers out of the lineup and complimented it.—
thehustle.co,
thehustle.co,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The plaques, which were more than 100 years old, honored many people including ministers from the early 1800s and American Revolutionary soldiers.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Dodgers relievers honored Vesia and his family during the World Series by writing his number on their caps.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Thanked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thanked. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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