elated
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The Australian parents of a woman reported missing in devastating floods that struck Nepal said Sunday they were "elated" and relieved after their daughter was found safe and sound.
From Barron's ● Aug. 30, 2026
Nervous, elated and tired students flocked to schools across the UK on Thursday to find out their grades, with many telling the BBC how they did and their hopes for the future.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
But while she is elated at being reunited with her nephew, Andreína said "it hurts because I can't find my sister".
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
She was elated that authorities are taking allegations against the rescue seriously but overwhelmed by the “horrible darkness” of the carcasses discovered.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
The cold was shocking, but I was elated to feel anything other than the hollow’s tongue wrapping around my throat.
From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs
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