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
While Gad’s specific role in the film is still under wraps, the actor expressed gratitude and excitement about his involvement on social media.
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Maddie Garfinkle, People.com, 13 June 2025
An unusual display of pure gratitude played out in a North Carolina convenience store when a woman walked in and asked to hug one of the clerks.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2025
After being introduced by Stevie Wonder, the Oscar winner opened on a note of gratitude.
—Drew Weisholtz, NBC news, 10 June 2025
Despite the pain, Daley now reflects on his past with a sense of gratitude and acceptance.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 5 June 2025
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Maddie Garfinkle, People.com, 13 June 2025
An unusual display of pure gratitude played out in a North Carolina convenience store when a woman walked in and asked to hug one of the clerks.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2025
After being introduced by Stevie Wonder, the Oscar winner opened on a note of gratitude.
—Drew Weisholtz, NBC news, 10 June 2025
Despite the pain, Daley now reflects on his past with a sense of gratitude and acceptance.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratitude
appreciation
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The numbers make clear the power of combining steady appreciation, mortgage paydown, and long-term ownership.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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The Swiss National Bank may cut by 50 basis points to counter franc appreciation, while Riksbank could reduce rates by 25 bps.—
Dave Levinthal,
Fortune,
16 June 2025
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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratitude. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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