hearten

Example Sentences

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But representation, particularly these days, can be a radical act, and there’s something heartening at the sight of the Kim family enjoying their turn in the mainstream spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times

It kept their spirits up, and ours too, come to that, because it was so heartening to see the children enjoying themselves.

From Literature

That said, it was heartening to witness the first-ever Oscar for best casting, which went to “One Battle After Another” casting director Cassandra Kulukundis.

From Salon

Not everyone in the region is so heartened; the war has shattered the illusion that the Gulf is a luxurious safe haven.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rohl and his players are now facing questions about mentality - an all too familiar story at Ibrox - despite the 36-year-old saying a month ago that he was heartened by a mindset shift in his players.

From BBC