relieved

Example Sentences

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Some longtime associates say they are relieved to see Blanche take the helm at the Justice Department.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Snack vendor Mhekyle Salazar, 22, said she was relieved that pilgrims were showing up despite higher transportation costs.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

One resident, who declined to be named, told BBC Scotland News they were relieved the plans have been abandoned.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Picking up Houghton’s script, the director recalls feeling relieved.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

He’d actually been relieved when he could go back to school, because he got breakfast and lunch there.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman