thrilled

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One suspects that Lewis, an ardent classifier well-versed in Carolus Linnaeus’ “Systema Naturae,” would have been thrilled to present his own findings at the society.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

While investors won’t be thrilled about the drop in equities, this type of reaction is a key feature of resilient markets, the IMF said, facilitating risk sharing across investors.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Then known as Jackie Fodor when she and her sister, Jenna, were leading Chatsworth to City Section girls’ soccer titles in the late 1990s, Jackie Mills is thrilled watching her daughter excel in softball.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Step forward Ngumoha to provide it - and to leave Liverpool's supporters who were thrilled by his performance posing a crucial question.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

“My mom isn’t too thrilled about our grand adventure. But we’ll still see each other at school.”

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller