thankful
Example Sentences
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"While we are still investigating the motives of this individual, we are thankful he was apprehended before the President's visit," First Assistant US Attorney Bill Essayli said in a statement late Tuesday.
From Barron's ● Aug. 5, 2026
He also stated that he is thankful for the large age gap between him and his children–as it means they won’t have to constantly have their own careers being compared to their father’s.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
He self funds participation in surfing competitions and has been thankful for his supporters close to home.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
“I am extremely thankful that he is here today because it could have been a lot worse.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
She waved a fourth bottle away, for which Nhamo was thankful.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
