1
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
The idea is that Arj will see how superficial and shallow the good life really is, and be far more thankful for his own meager existence.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Fischer Homes is deeply thankful to all the generous trade partners and sponsors who helped make this home a reality; their contributions brought beauty and quality to every corner.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Jarrett Dooley, executive director of student services for Sequoia Union High School District, said the school is thankful the reporting system allowed local authorities to take swift action.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 24 Sep. 2025
The New York rapper admitted to keeping his drug addiction hidden to keep up his public appearance, and was thankful to have survived such aggressive usage.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 23 Sep. 2025
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Fischer Homes is deeply thankful to all the generous trade partners and sponsors who helped make this home a reality; their contributions brought beauty and quality to every corner.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Jarrett Dooley, executive director of student services for Sequoia Union High School District, said the school is thankful the reporting system allowed local authorities to take swift action.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 24 Sep. 2025
The New York rapper admitted to keeping his drug addiction hidden to keep up his public appearance, and was thankful to have survived such aggressive usage.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thankful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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The Dodgers will be glad to get him back at some point next year.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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Talking with reporters after the game, Bosa was glad the Bills won, but not so happy about the Chiefs converting a fourth-and-17 play.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
3 Nov. 2025
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Names were announced, cheers ensued and grateful winners accepted and quickly posed for photos.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Sally is grateful for your kindness and love.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The charismatic auctioneer was clearly pleased, teasing the eager bidder.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Sturm, who has had no illusions about what his team can and can’t do, is pleased with the way his players are starting to take to his hybrid zone/man system.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Trump, always appreciative of a compliment, responded by inviting Infantino to a White House signing event for the Abraham Accords, which sought to normalize diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab countries.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Redditors in the comment section were appreciative of the woman’s lighthearted attitude about the mix-up and praised her for being understanding.—
Emily Rella,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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The idea, even now, seems surprising in its simplicity, yet genius in its execution — who wouldn’t be delighted to attend a tempura party?—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Sister Rita is delighted to see so many people in attendance.—
Esme Nicholson,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
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The Danish drugmaker's unsolicited bid is rarely seen in the industry, and Pfizer certainly wasn't happy about it.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Bertha Coombs,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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The hunky leading man was happy to take on the moniker.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Others, such as Underdog Fantasy, are satisfied with merely hosting someone else’s exchange in their apps and tacking on small trading fees to create revenue.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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What’s in and out of the bipartisan deal drew sharp criticism, leaving few senators fully satisfied.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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