elated

Example Sentences

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But the majority — those who craved as much “Harry Potter” as possible before the series’ inevitable end; those who would blindly spend their money on anything “Potter” — were elated.

From Salon

The elated thump of “New Apartment” conjured that one-time-only joy of finally acquiring your own space to cherish, neglect, invite people over to and, later, kick them out of.

From Washington Post

The staff was elated that they were the number one restaurant.

From Salon

We might feel dizzy and light-headed, get a head rush and also feel elated or giggly.

From Scientific American

But Rwandan officials, including Mr. Kagame, were elated about the elaborate ruse, gleefully declaring on television that it was “flawless.”

From New York Times