thankfully

Example Sentences

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The worst-case military scenarios thankfully have been far off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

But thankfully, that’s not what we are seeing today, even with surging oil prices and a softening labor market.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Screams filled the laboratory – screams, thankfully, of joy.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

"I didn't see why anybody felt compelled to pick a team. But a lot of people did, thankfully for the play."

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Later, I learn that Azaan was taken to the temple’s infirmary with several injuries, but thankfully none that are life-threatening.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray