be elated

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Fans and lovers of gourmand perfumes will be elated to know that Dunkin’ is releasing its own line of doughnut-scented items.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2025

"The great thing is, we haven't started speed work yet, so this is just raw speed and endurance. My coach is going to be elated."

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2023

As for UCLA, Bruins fans should be elated, mainly thanks to the sudden signing of five-star quarterback Dante Moore out of Detroit.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2023

Mom and Dad craned their necks to watch, knowing by the end of the afternoon they probably would be elated for one son, devastated for the other.

From Washington Post • Oct. 19, 2022

She could not but be elated at the thought of it.

From The Claverings by Trollope, Anthony