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This will hearten Kyiv, which has demanded more pressure be placed on Russia in talks between Moscow and Washington discussing a possible ceasefire.

From BBC ● May 1, 2025

The relatively shorter break, after the company picked 2025 as the potential date for BTS' return as a group, also appeared to hearten the market.

From Reuters ● Oct. 18, 2022

But what if you’re looking to hearten rather than startle the soul?

From New York Times ● Oct. 29, 2020

That would give fresh impetus to the Cop26 talks, and hearten activists.

From The Guardian ● Jul. 30, 2020

Ralph had watched the water fight with sadness in his heart, never guessing the scene would one day hearten him, as it did now.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen

It heartens her when people tell her they are vaccinated and boosted, if eligible.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 28, 2022

That message heartens people like Loralean Jordan, a parishioner of the predominantly Black congregation of the Church of Saint Peter Claver in St. Paul, Minnesota.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 21, 2020

“What heartens me is that Republicans and Democrats both hear about this issue,” she said.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 6, 2019

The outpouring of support heartens her, but Valerio has a less-than-optimistic forecast for Muslims.

From The Guardian ● May 13, 2018

That is a circumstance," says Jurgen, "which heartens me to hope one may find justice here.

From Jurgen A Comedy of Justice by James Branch Cabell

Investors seemed heartened by news that British authorities have cleared Ellison’s proposed takeover.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

We’re heartened by that progress, but the work goes on.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026

The MND Association also said it was "heartened" to see Baroness Casey had listened and recommended the need for a fast-track passport enabling people with MND to secure the care and support they need.

From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2026

Clark is also heartened that the average withdrawal amount remains low, with a median withdrawal of $1,900, down slightly from $2,100 in 2024.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 4, 2026

He rose and went to the door of the room where O-lan was and he called into the crack and the sound of his own voice heartened him a little.

From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck

"We didn't realise how wide the interest is; it's heartening to see that a lot of people care about this farm," said Hicks.

From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026

Either way, it’s heartening to hear people say they want to give back.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 20, 2026

“One of the most heartening parts of this past year for me has been the outpouring of support I’ve received from women,” she declared in the video.

From Slate ● May 6, 2026

There have been successes with audiences in Australia and South Africa, and a recent, heartening moment with the career revival of Anthony Kim, but the U.S. embrace has been tepid at best.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 17, 2026

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

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo