delighted
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While vast clouds of flying bugs might not be everyone's cup of tea, scientists have been delighted to find that the Bogongs are back.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
As soon as the Dodgers traded for Skubal two months ago, he was delighted to receive a text message from a pitcher who wore the weight of expectations throughout his career.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The new chief delighted to be in charge.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Give me something I can put in a 350-degree oven for a few minutes while I shower and become a person, and I am delighted.
From Salon ● Sep. 22, 2026
Major Puff was delighted to find the hare listening with rapt attention.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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