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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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Cann is incredibly proud of the work Street Soccer USA is doing and is thankful for BvB’s collaboration.
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Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Take the quiz here … ‘VERY THANKFUL’ – Former ESPN analyst 'very thankful' to be fired, says he's regained freedom since leaving.
—Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
Rumer Willis is thankful her parents Bruce Willis and Demi Moore have remained close despite their divorce 24 years ago.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Despite glitzy musical performances from Cher, Tyla, and Lisa (not a huge shift from stars like Katy Perry in previous years), and the thankful removal of the outdated Fantasy Bra, the brand failed to push boundaries—either in reality or fantasy—leaving many unimpressed.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Take the quiz here … ‘VERY THANKFUL’ – Former ESPN analyst 'very thankful' to be fired, says he's regained freedom since leaving.
—Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
Rumer Willis is thankful her parents Bruce Willis and Demi Moore have remained close despite their divorce 24 years ago.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Despite glitzy musical performances from Cher, Tyla, and Lisa (not a huge shift from stars like Katy Perry in previous years), and the thankful removal of the outdated Fantasy Bra, the brand failed to push boundaries—either in reality or fantasy—leaving many unimpressed.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thankful
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My waiter was always glad to bring one, conveniently in a bag, to nibble on for the rest of the day.Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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Conservative residents were glad to hear Trump talking about their community.Melissa Sanchez, ProPublica, 24 Oct. 2024
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But the truth was everybody was so grateful to be there and to be working again and to be doing the show again.Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 25 Oct. 2024
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Initially, the broker gains power because the two people she’s introduced are dependent on her for access; the friends are also, hopefully, grateful for the connection.Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 25 Oct. 2024
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Springsteen, now 74, is feeling nostalgic, contemplative, appreciative and a little bit melancholy.Karen Bliss, Billboard, 9 Sep. 2024
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And, to top it all off, Mark Bradford stopped by to offer words of praise for his friend, Adriano, and words of encouragement to a deeply appreciative audience of more than 100 artists.Pamela J. Joyner, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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Late-night hosts were delighted by the viral moment, taking multiple opportunities to comment on the former president’s ability to spit a verse.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
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Here is a roundup of the performances – including a tribute to Buffett from James Taylor and Kenny Chesney, a surprise from Foreigner and a searing homage to a clearly delighted Osbourne – from this year’s Rock Hall induction ceremony.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 20 Oct. 2024
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Fortune-tellers were happy to advise on matters ranging from healing and questions of love, to gambling and business advice.The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2024
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The pair appeared every bit the happy couple throughout her pregnancy and just after Leo was born in February 2023.Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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The executive director of the Colorado Clerks Association, Matt Crane, told 9News that while the lapse was concerning, the association was satisfied with the Colorado Secretary of State’s response.Jesse Bedayn, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2024
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That isn't changing here, though more people will likely be satisfied with the power the new Mac Mini can put out than ever.Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Thankful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thankful. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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