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
So thankful to serve a loving God that meets us in our struggles!
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Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
For both fans and actual members of Justice, there is currently a lot to be thankful for.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2025
While the owner is thankful for Frank's selfless act of caring for her bestie's babies, the house isn't the same without Thunder.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Payton McNabb reflects on Trump's promise to protect women's sports: 'Incredibly thankful'
Former high school athlete Payton McNabb joins 'America's Newsroom' after attending President Donald Trump's address as his guest to discuss his vow to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
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Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
For both fans and actual members of Justice, there is currently a lot to be thankful for.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2025
While the owner is thankful for Frank's selfless act of caring for her bestie's babies, the house isn't the same without Thunder.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Payton McNabb reflects on Trump's promise to protect women's sports: 'Incredibly thankful'
Former high school athlete Payton McNabb joins 'America's Newsroom' after attending President Donald Trump's address as his guest to discuss his vow to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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Many Americans were glad when the burn-the-place to the ground tea partiers entered Congress and simply refused to compromise.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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After the Blues finish off a 6-1 win, Donovan and Burleson are glad to have a chance to enjoy themselves before turning their attention back to the Cardinals and Opening Day.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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But Gay is grateful for the attention her video has received.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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The captain is grateful for the personnel who stayed late, came in early and navigated the cold, rainy weather to find the missing woman.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The message drew extended applause from the appreciative audience.—
Paul Harris,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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Henrichs is appreciative of those who have taken care of him.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
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Naturally, Rory McIlroy is delighted with this new milestone in his career.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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President Trump would be delighted if the Arab plan took hold and somehow delivered true peace and prosperity.—
Frank Miele,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2025
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The movie debuts on May 23 and if its profits compensate for Snow White's loss then Disney may get its happy ending after all.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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The famous 'happy Woody stretches' started becoming a daily thing.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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This may explain why 91% of workers with a mentor report being satisfied with their jobs.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Stories of appeasement remind us that some people may never be satisfied—no matter how much one gives into them.—
Michael S. Roth,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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