thankful

Example Sentences

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Monrovia resident Brian Gordon said Tuesday he was thankful to hear that Blondie’s two orphaned cubs are doing well and hopeful they can gain the important life lessons necessary for their release into the wild.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

JJ is back and thankful to his baseball family.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

So rather than worry about the weakness in Berkshire’s stock, investors should just let it happen — and be thankful.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

"For so long, the lives of deaf people and their language have been overlooked. Now our language is being lifted up. We are thankful to our government for their support," John said.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Part of me is really thankful for Mom, because I do want my old skin back, and I know not all kids have parents who would pay for those treatments.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish