be elated
Example Sentences
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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
George Washington would be elated if he read it and confused when someone explained it to him.
From Washington Post • Feb. 2, 2022
At first glance, the Ducks should be elated to be included in the top four.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2021
The wait for The Hundred's first hat-trick goes on, but Rashid will be elated with his best performance in the competition so far.
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2021
He is not personally distressed, like Mr. Wells, about the evil fate of the world any more than he would be elated by its good fortune.
From Personality in Literature by Scott-James, Rolfe Arnold
