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as in glad
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
we were thankful that someone else was footing the bill for the lavish wedding banquet
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as in grateful
feeling or expressing gratitude
I am thankful for all your help
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Recent Examples of thankful
Carbery hopes that Ovechkin will add to his lofty goal total in 2026-27, but regardless, the coach is thankful to have been associated with The Great 8.
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ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Jury is thankful that the vineyard was almost entirely replanted beginning in 2018, so the vines are relatively young and create wines with vibrancy and energy.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
As Assad walked off the mound in the sixth, the large contingent of Cubs fans who showed up to Tropicana Field gave him a rousing ovation, thankful for his performance.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
If Michigan wins two more games in the NCAA Tournament to claim its second national championship and first since 1989, Mara is thankful his parents will be with him.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Jury is thankful that the vineyard was almost entirely replanted beginning in 2018, so the vines are relatively young and create wines with vibrancy and energy.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
As Assad walked off the mound in the sixth, the large contingent of Cubs fans who showed up to Tropicana Field gave him a rousing ovation, thankful for his performance.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
If Michigan wins two more games in the NCAA Tournament to claim its second national championship and first since 1989, Mara is thankful his parents will be with him.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
Adjective
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College of Business Dean Matt Luth was glad to see the students have something tangible at the end of their group project.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Reeve is glad the team came to Kansas City.—
PJ Green
April 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The president has surely been pleased that a friendly new Post opinion page has written columns so regularly praising his foreign policy acumen, and supporters of Ukraine may also be grateful.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
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Nearly two months later with a playoff series win in Anaheim’s pocket, Carlson is grateful that the trade didn’t produce a one-and-done scenario as someone who could still be a rental addition.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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But not all Republicans were pleased.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Not everyone, though, is pleased.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Despite those challenges, Thomas has remained deeply appreciative of the experience.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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While reflecting on his experience in the popular horror franchise with his role in Bloodline, Scott was still appreciative of the opportunity early in his acting career.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
3 May 2026
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Archaeologist Franca Cibecchini is delighted the water is so clear.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trump, of course, accepted and delighted last year in a second go-around of the trappings of royalty.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Amid his slow offensive start, Ohtani’s swing has become pull-happy.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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And right now, Vahmistrovs is happy to help in leading the outfield’s resurgence.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
5 May 2026
Adjective
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In general, the protein in yogurt can help keep you full and satisfied for a long time.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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In 1933, a writer for this magazine visited Saliger and reviewed letters from satisfied customers.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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