1
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was grateful for her neighbor's help after she broke her foot
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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
I'm glad for the grateful warmth of the fire on such a cold day
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grateful people
gracious people
appreciative people
generous-hearted people
generous-minded people
charitable people
grateful thanks
a grateful heart
grateful tears
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Recent Examples of grateful
Still, Hubbard likely didn’t mind, as the humble and grateful fifth-year senior was simply happy his unlikely career would continue.
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Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
But Gay is grateful for the attention her video has received.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
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
So will Schweitzer, who is grateful to Coleman’s parents.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
But Gay is grateful for the attention her video has received.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
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
So will Schweitzer, who is grateful to Coleman’s parents.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
Adjective
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Despite his split with Stewart, Anderson remains thankful for his family.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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To those of us who have devoted our lives and taken risks for non-violence, those in complicity with decisions to cut library funding and remove books should be thankful.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Some images are pleasant, while others are painful and heart-wrenching to produce.—
The Pham,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Not everyone is appreciative of the government actions.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Apr. 2025
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Shifting your mindset can help release unnecessary resentment and foster a more balanced, appreciative view of your relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Mix up your weeknight menu with this delicious copycat chicken recipe.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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Enjoy a delicious lunch, fabulous raffle and listen to New York TImes bestselling author Sarah Penner discuss her new book The Amalfi Curse.Visit www.libraryguildrsf.org or call 858-756-4780 to register.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Here are a few delightful spring activities to try in the next few weeks, from spotting migrant birds in your backyard to building your own container garden.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2025
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The latter, served in an ample square, is delightful with a post-meal coffee.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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After spending the last two seasons together at the University of Minnesota, it’s been nice having each other to lean on — and to geek out with.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Not easy to do, but nice to come through tonight.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These fragrant groundcovers offer pleasing aromas and colorful flowers.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Clarkson Home Sara Sideboard Looking for a sleek storage solution that’s aesthetically pleasing and serves its purpose?—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Howlett, a mom of tween twins in Boulder, Colorado Lies that End Up Bringing Lasting Joy Finally, sometimes lies end up being enriching and unexpectedly sweet.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
14 Apr. 2025
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A bit sweet from sugar, a bit acidic from vinegar, a bit spicy from hot sauce, and rounded out with neutral oil, this homemade vinaigrette recipe is the perfect all-purpose salad dressing.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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