thrilled

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"We were thrilled to discover that a cell's nutrient status, especially its leucine levels, directly impacts energy production," said Dr. Qiaochu Li, first author of the study.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Trump had initially formed a close bond with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who thrilled Trump in his first term by inviting him to address a huge rally at a cricket stadium.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Gen X and millennials are thrilled that hacky sacks are cool again, and that they’re getting kids off their phones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Sky's unscripted boss Phil Edgar Jones says the network is "thrilled" with its reception.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

I don’t know any better either, so I actually take a bow, totally thrilled with myself.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman