gladdened

Example Sentences

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It was his getting up on Shabbat mornings to join us at synagogue that most gladdened and baffled me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Rather than viewing their opponents as enemies, many athletes seem to be emboldened and gladdened by their competitors’ successes.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2024

He would be gladdened by exhortations from members of Congress from both parties, not to mention the White House, for cash payments from the government to Americans.

From Washington Post • Mar. 18, 2020

Our eyes were gladdened by just such an insect this week.

From Slate • Dec. 10, 2018

The sea lions felt it and their barking took on a tone and a cadence that would have gladdened the heart of St. Francis.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck