be grateful

Example Sentences

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And though there’s a lot to see, we can be grateful that there’s also a lot to like.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

In some cases, a landlord might be grateful and even eager for you to take on a paint job, as it could save them some money and effort down the road.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

The worker asked summer visitors to bring patience: “The folks at the National Park Service … they will be grateful for any compassion and empathy.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Kanye West has said he "would be grateful" to meet members of the Jewish community in the UK after controversy over his headline booking at this year's Wireless Festival.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“Besides,” said Mr. Pumblechook, turning sharp on me, “think what you’ve got to be grateful for. If you’d been born a Squeaker—”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens