blessed

Example Sentences

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Aboard the papal plane on Monday, Leo told reporters: "The Gospel says... blessed are the peacemakers."

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The Justice Department and FCC blessed the deal the following day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Just because the strident crunch of Freya Ridings' recent singles conjures up images of a medieval army riding into battle, that doesn't mean she's a warrior queen blessed with bottomless self-confidence.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Canada is both blessed and cursed by its proximity to America, but we have little practical alternative to making the best of our relationship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“Folks like to talk about themselves, I suppose. And when they find a listener, they keep on jabbering. Plus, it don’t—er, doesn’t—hurt to be blessed with a good set of ears.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan