thankful

Example Sentences

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I am thankful to have grown up in a bilingual country and to have attended a high school where we studied Molière in French and Shakespeare in English.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Looking at her, I’m listening, loving the moment, thankful we are living it and confiding comfortably.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

As a non-smoker, Tam is thankful for the change.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“The love and support he received from fans around the world meant so much to him, and our family is truly thankful for it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

I was thankful there was this spirit of amity; we were neither of us anxious to engage in futile disputes.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya