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

“I’m surprised and gladdened by what the court did here,” added Gillers, who helped draft a complaint asking state courts to investigate Giuliani’s conduct.

From Washington Post • Jun. 24, 2021

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

From Slate • Dec. 10, 2018

Her eye then lit on Van Helsing and on me too, and gladdened.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker