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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
Judith Martin, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
None of Sather’s relatives spoke at a news briefing after the execution, but the family released a statement thanking DeSantis and others.
—David Fischer, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Alan Sneade was counting his blessings and thanking the neighbor who pounded on his door shortly before a fire engulfed the back of his six-unit condominium Monday afternoon.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Norman concluded by thanking those who reached out in the wake of the news.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
The Nets aren’t simply thanking Fernández for enduring the losing.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
Cardi concluded by thanking her family, friends and fans for attending the show.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Duran released a statement thanking his family, attorneys and God.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Principal releases statement after shooting On April 10, the school released a statement from Moore thanking the community for the outpouring of support.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Miss Manners assures you that everything after thanking him was optional.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
None of Sather’s relatives spoke at a news briefing after the execution, but the family released a statement thanking DeSantis and others.
—David Fischer, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Alan Sneade was counting his blessings and thanking the neighbor who pounded on his door shortly before a fire engulfed the back of his six-unit condominium Monday afternoon.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Norman concluded by thanking those who reached out in the wake of the news.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
The Nets aren’t simply thanking Fernández for enduring the losing.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
Cardi concluded by thanking her family, friends and fans for attending the show.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Duran released a statement thanking his family, attorneys and God.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Principal releases statement after shooting On April 10, the school released a statement from Moore thanking the community for the outpouring of support.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thanking
Adjective
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Meanwhile, all California voters should be grateful that Swalwell’s accusers courageously went public in April, not August.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The players were grateful for the record-breaking experience, including the raucous environment in a stadium built for women’s soccer.—
PJ Green
April 17,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Attention around Simpson has since taken off, with people commending him for his kindness and generosity.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 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
Adjective
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Aaron Goldenthal said the family business is thankful for its customers.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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At the time, many voters were extremely thankful that their governor had rejected costly federal overreach into Florida that would have destroyed the state economy while failing to effectively prevent the spread of the coronavirus.—
Thomas C. Shank,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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O'Hara has met with Lussier's family, acknowledging shortfalls but also pointing out that staffing levels and caseloads placed an extraordinary burden on officers at the time.—
Conor Wight,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Today is a day for acknowledging that this team appears to have a knack for the comeback.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Trump had been appreciative, and the two had chatted by phone to hash out the timing of the endorsement announcement.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2026
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Bronny is appreciative of the coaches’ trust in him.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Dano remembered the audience applauding mid-movie while seeing the film for the first time at Sundance.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But on Saturday, with the college basketball world stressed over the transfer portal and UConn fans, in particular, waiting on similar big decisions from their own stars, Karaban was glad to know his next steps.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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Jaia Peabody is glad to be a part of the mission.—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Jerry Jones quickly recovered and told a story about Clinton after congratulating him on a recent Forbes article that highlighted his accomplishments.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Please join us in congratulating Christine on this exciting next chapter.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Thanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thanking. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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