be elated

Example Sentences

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You'd think the crowd would be elated, but they were really disappointed.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025

Any parent looking for a bit of a roadmap will be elated to find that this monumental job is made the slightest bit easier by “Little Amélie” and “Arco.”

From Salon • Nov. 5, 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

But, though happy, he could hardly be elated.

From The Willoughby Captains by Reed, Talbot Baines