heartened
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I’m heartened that you realize that taking care of your father was no small deal for your stepmother.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 23, 2026
Pocognoli said he was heartened by that second half.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
"And I was heartened to hear Julia reflect that that was the experience that took place in our office."
From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026
Investors seemed heartened by news that British authorities have cleared Ellison’s proposed takeover.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
The horses liked it; they pranced a little during the first two miles, heartened by an extra-good breakfast and perhaps conscious of a light hand on the reins.
From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt
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