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grateful

[greyt-fuhl] / ˈgreɪt fəl /




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"Krista and the rest of Kevin's family are profoundly grateful for the prayers offered on their behalf by people around the world throughout his captivity," it said.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

“The guides said they were grateful to finally see visitors returning,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

Patterson said he was "grateful" to have a movie that will open in US theaters Friday and delighted that it was with such a stellar talent.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

I also feel very grateful that with my job and with everything I get to do, I really try to keep intact how much I love the work and how much I love creating.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

It’s one she doesn’t even know to be grateful for—the gift of pausing.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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