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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 thanking
Allison Lampert, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
The hospital also credited its veterinary and care teams for helping guide Reggie through his recovery so far, while thanking supporters who have followed along with his progress.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 30 Mar. 2026
Hall, who has played Marlena since 1976, responded days later with a video message thanking Gosling and inviting him to visit the set.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
The pop star took to Instagram on Friday (March 27) and posted a clip dancing in the mirror with her 19-year-old son, Jayden Federline, along with a message thanking her fans for their support.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Swift also spent a considerable amount of time thanking her fans.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
In her concession statement, McDonnell said her campaign had been to provide Republican voters with a choice to fill the open seat, thanking her supporters.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Interview with Savannah Guthrie is gut wrenching Savannah Guthrie and her family have made several videos posted on social media, asking the public for help and thanking people for their prayers and support, but this was the first interview with a media outlet that Savannah Guthrie has given.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Federal Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon issued a short statement thanking Rousseau for his contributions to Air Canada, adding that the government would make sure the airline offered a bilingual service.
—Allison Lampert, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
The hospital also credited its veterinary and care teams for helping guide Reggie through his recovery so far, while thanking supporters who have followed along with his progress.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 30 Mar. 2026
Hall, who has played Marlena since 1976, responded days later with a video message thanking Gosling and inviting him to visit the set.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
The pop star took to Instagram on Friday (March 27) and posted a clip dancing in the mirror with her 19-year-old son, Jayden Federline, along with a message thanking her fans for their support.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Swift also spent a considerable amount of time thanking her fans.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
In her concession statement, McDonnell said her campaign had been to provide Republican voters with a choice to fill the open seat, thanking her supporters.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Interview with Savannah Guthrie is gut wrenching Savannah Guthrie and her family have made several videos posted on social media, asking the public for help and thanking people for their prayers and support, but this was the first interview with a media outlet that Savannah Guthrie has given.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thanking
Adjective
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Zeder said in a statement the board is grateful for Jaber’s service.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Very grateful to have called him a good friend.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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After the hearing, Gorman’s family released a statement commending the judge for detaining Medina.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Dante Sealy put a dangerous corner into the box, then SKC keeper John Pulskamp unconvincingly parried it off the crossbar and down to a thankful Frederick, who cleaned up for an easy one.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
22 Mar. 2026
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As the community slowly returns to normal, everyone here is thankful that nobody was hurt.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The deal involved more than 100 nondisclosure agreements, allowed 10 residents to buy homes in the megasite zone without acknowledging the houses were targeted for demolition and offered up to $27 billion in incentives to a semiconductor manufacturer that ultimately walked away.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Iannarelli suggested techniques such as listening actively, acknowledging frustration without agreeing, offering personal space, and adjusting the environment by inviting someone to sit down or step aside for a private discussion.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Lately, though, some of the brand’s content has found an appreciative audience among people who believe the United States would be better off without immigrants and people of color.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
23 Mar. 2026
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The co-directors and producer Sarah Strunin spoke to an appreciative Copenhagen audience after a screening early this week.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The nonprofit issued a statement on Wednesday applauding Huerta’s decision to share her story.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
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Players, coaches, cheerleaders and fans rose as one, applauding and cheering the confirmation of their spot in this most American spectacle.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While the Giants struggled in their home opener, many of the fans were just glad to be back at the ballpark to watch their favorite team.—
Andrea Nakano,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Nova senior Jayla Huntley-Murphy, 18, was glad that all of her classmates can enjoy the prom without having to worry about the cost.—
Alie Skowronski,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Please join me in congratulating Allie on her new endeavor.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
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Season 6 Love Island USA star Serena Page, Chloe Bailey and JT were among those congratulating her on social media.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
31 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Thanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thanking. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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