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blessed

[bles-id, blest] / ˈblɛs ɪd, blɛst /
ADJECTIVE
sanctified
Synonyms
STRONG
adored beatified consecrated divine enthroned exalted glorified hallowed redeemed resurrected revered rewarded saved
WEAK
among the angels holy inviolable sacred sacrosanct spiritual unprofane
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cursed
WEAK
condemned damned disapproved unblessed
ADJECTIVE
happy
Synonyms
STRONG
content contented endowed favored granted
WEAK
blissful fortunate glad joyful joyous lucky
Antonyms
STRONG
discontent dissatisfied disturbed unhappy upset

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After the NFL received competition from the American Football League, it sought to pool its TV revenue, which the Sports Broadcasting Act blessed for “sponsored telecasting.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him,” the family said in its statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

"While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him," they wrote.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Hunt said they were blessed to tour again, adding it would be an "absolute honour" to play "as many of the old faves as we can".

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The bank of windows was opposite the narrow attic door, and every now and again Ophie found herself gazing longingly at the small door as she remembered her days of blessed freedom.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland

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