delighted
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Brown is also delighted by the life lessons the show imparts.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Addressing the crowd shortly afterwards, manager Unai Emery said the team were "delighted" to share the trophy with them.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Emma Watson, director of Glenburnie Lodge in Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan, said she was delighted to make it an "occasion to remember" for their "much-loved" resident and his family.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
He delighted in seeing his immigrant mother and her co-workers, who sometimes worked 12 hour days, learn about culture and books from shows like Colbert’s.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
“Ah, yes, I hear these naughty ones go to vex you, Mees Marsch. If so again, call at me and I come,” he said, with a threatening frown that delighted the little wretches.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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