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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
Biles, in a 2017 post, appeared to be thankful that men don’t compete in women’s gymnastics.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2025
While Georgia is thankful to be free and reunited with her family, the press around the murder and the trial will nevertheless affect the family's future.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 June 2025
Despite such disagreements – a reflection of the country’s deep polarization – many South Koreans are simply thankful to put the instability of the martial law episode behind them.
—Ann Scott Tyson, Christian Science Monitor, 4 June 2025
There’s so much to be thankful for, including these memes.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 June 2025
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2025
While Georgia is thankful to be free and reunited with her family, the press around the murder and the trial will nevertheless affect the family's future.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 June 2025
Despite such disagreements – a reflection of the country’s deep polarization – many South Koreans are simply thankful to put the instability of the martial law episode behind them.
—Ann Scott Tyson, Christian Science Monitor, 4 June 2025
There’s so much to be thankful for, including these memes.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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My guess, therefore, is that Hemsley and the other UnitedHealth executive will end up being glad about their May purchases.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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But the Cubs were glad to be able to take three of four from the Pirates after hitting .189 (24 for 127) in the series.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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The Phillies would certainly be grateful for the pop his bat can bring to the table on a nightly basis.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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Look for things to be grateful for to spark that inner joy.—
Erin Clements,
People.com,
16 June 2025
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Friends of San Pasqual Academy was one of the many recipients and are very appreciative of being selected by the generous members of the Women’s Fund, according to a news release.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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After announcing on Monday, June 2, that her 16-year-old son Weston had died, the 16 and Pregnant star, 33, shared a new post on Facebook and noted that she's been appreciative of all the support she's received in the past few days.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Needless to say, internet users were equally as delighted for the rescue pup, leading to more than 1.2 million views and over 173,400 likes on TikTok at the time of writing.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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These stars seem delighted to attend the biggest, most exclusive party on the planet.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
27 June 2025
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The Giants were happy with the investment after year one of the deal.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The weather was beautiful, the crowd polite, proud and happy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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And this is only a glimpse at the markdowns to behold; keeping our shopping bug satisfied until the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale officially starts.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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Look for options that are low in carbs, high in fiber, and provide protein or healthy fats to avoid spikes and keep you satisfied.—
Lauren Manaker MS,
Health,
19 June 2025
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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