as in grateful
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to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given
I thanked her for giving me the present. I want to thank everyone who helped today.
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Recent Examples of thanking
Raviraj Hegde, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Now, Levin’s family members are thanking those who helped in the search.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Lana Del Rey is thanking Jack Antonoff for getting her down the aisle.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Brown’s brother Patrick Ramos reacted to her death in a comment posted on her final Instagram post, thanking her fans for their support.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
The 55-year-old musical icon was one of many artists who recorded a message for their top listeners on Spotify Wrapped, thanking them for their support this year.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Every year, users of the music app are invited to delve into an analysis of their listening habits, with their favorite artists sometimes thanking them for their support via a clip that pops up.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
In the comments on Oz’s most recent posts for iHerb on Instagram and Facebook, NBC News viewed multiple accounts thanking him for his advice and celebrating his pending appointment.
—Kat Tenbarge, NBC News, 4 Dec. 2024
Spotify offers a blend of video and audio, and this year's Wrapped will feature short-form videos from popular podcast hosts thanking their most loyal listeners.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Verb
Promptly thanking donors and keeping them informed about how their contributions are being used can make a world of difference in retention rates.
—Raviraj Hegde, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Now, Levin’s family members are thanking those who helped in the search.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Lana Del Rey is thanking Jack Antonoff for getting her down the aisle.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Brown’s brother Patrick Ramos reacted to her death in a comment posted on her final Instagram post, thanking her fans for their support.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
The 55-year-old musical icon was one of many artists who recorded a message for their top listeners on Spotify Wrapped, thanking them for their support this year.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Every year, users of the music app are invited to delve into an analysis of their listening habits, with their favorite artists sometimes thanking them for their support via a clip that pops up.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
In the comments on Oz’s most recent posts for iHerb on Instagram and Facebook, NBC News viewed multiple accounts thanking him for his advice and celebrating his pending appointment.
—Kat Tenbarge, NBC News, 4 Dec. 2024
Spotify offers a blend of video and audio, and this year's Wrapped will feature short-form videos from popular podcast hosts thanking their most loyal listeners.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thanking
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Coach Derek Benton has been grateful for his commitment and leadership.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Miley Cyrus is grateful to Pamela Anderson for sharing the success of her latest project with the Grammy winner.Charna Flam, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Mariah Carey has a million reasons to be thankful this holiday season.Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
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Rolan is especially thankful for the work the organization did to bring her family together.Abigail Adams, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Another option suggests closing the case with a note acknowledging the conviction but stating he was never sentenced and his appeal remained unresolved due to presidential immunity.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Perry addressed the death of Steve Mensch, the president of Tyler Perry Studios who died in a plane crash Friday night, while acknowledging the 15th anniversary of his mother’s death just the day before while accepting the Icon Award presented to him by Kelly Rowland.Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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In the podcast episode, Jase noted that the Robertson family is appreciative of the prayers and support being sent Phil's way.Janelle Ash, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Given her decades of experience in the kitchen and at the head of the table, the culinary icon knows a thing or two about being the most appreciative and thoughtful guest.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
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There’s always somebody at the bottom trying to tear you down, and everybody else at the top is applauding.Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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But the Facebook clip doesn't show the European Parliament applauding this decision.Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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So glad The Athletic finally has a team dedicated to creating data visualizations!Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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In story-ballet mode, the corps brings the main characters’ props onstage—such as scarves that represent the blood of the security guard’s many victims—and then exits with glad little jetés.Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Most experts recommend complimenting your teen about something other than their looks.Emily Edlynn, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
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That is a little like complimenting a career criminal for pleading guilty instead of insisting on a jury trial.Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
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“Thanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thanking. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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