thankfully

Example Sentences

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The worst-case military scenarios thankfully have been far off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

But thankfully, that’s not what we are seeing today, even with surging oil prices and a softening labor market.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

"I didn't see why anybody felt compelled to pick a team. But a lot of people did, thankfully for the play."

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Unbeknown to him, Mik's job had also taken her elsewhere but thankfully, her colleagues forwarded his letter.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

It drifted over a calm spot just beyond the waves, and, thankfully, no fires were burning nearby.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia