as in appreciation
acknowledgment of having received something good from another accept these flowers as a token of my gratitude

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Recent Examples of gratitude Davis also expressed her gratitude and shared her excitement about Chewy's arrival in an exclusive quote to PEOPLE. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 So ever since rehab, ever since meditating, ever since finding the idea of gratitude and believing in myself, my life has changed so much. Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024 Ibrahim suggests taking a page from cognitive behavioral therapy: turn negative thoughts around and focus on things that provide gratitude and joy in your life. Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2024 Stewart also expressed gratitude for how the film is being received among young women viewers. Zack Sharf, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for gratitude 

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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratitude. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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