as in delighted
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as in excited
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
I was thrilled to hear that you got the promotion that you'd been so desperately wanting
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Recent Examples of thrilled
Kayla Grant, People.com, 10 June 2025
Thulin was thrilled to be there to provide the power Friday night.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 31 May 2025
Clint Davis, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
Anime had an absolutely stellar year in 2024, with some huge new releases that had fans around the world excited and thrilled for what's next.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Thanks to his stint on season 3 of The Traitors, Rob has gained a new following among younger fans — but his daughters aren't exactly thrilled about it.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 10 June 2025
Thulin was thrilled to be there to provide the power Friday night.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 31 May 2025
Verb
These styles—like the retro housedress—are from another era of fashion that’s catching up as a trend today, so we’re thrilled to see that this cozy, refined staple of mid-century sleepwear is having a little renaissance.
—Clint Davis, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
Anime had an absolutely stellar year in 2024, with some huge new releases that had fans around the world excited and thrilled for what's next.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrilled
Adjective
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But financial analysts on company earnings calls have been delighted.—
Heather Hollingsworth,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2025
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Magic officials are also delighted to add Bane, who brings a toughness similar to what Banchero, Wagner and Suggs already offer.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Rather than keeping your heart set on an Ivy League or other ultra-reach school, revisit your college list and notes from your college visits to remind yourself what excited you about the other schools on your list.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Many are excited by the shift in direction of these books.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Fans were ecstatic last summer when Jackson returned to the ABC sudser after nearly 10 years.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
5 June 2025
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News that a celebrity is pregnant isn’t often a big surprise, but Stewart, nearing 50, has been on a journey that has made her baby news something everyone is ecstatic about.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The man was overjoyed to learn that Phil Sabo was alive and well.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
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The most striking part of Sunday’s session was how overjoyed the 30-year-old Ohtani looked back in a simulated pitching environment.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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The Giants were happy with the investment after year one of the deal.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The weather was beautiful, the crowd polite, proud and happy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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In the meantime, the North was jubilant at the news of the arrests of the diplomats.—
Zaakir Tameez
June 11,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2025
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These kids, though, seem more jubilant than might be expected for a Tuesday morning.—
Alex Backus,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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In March, fans were elated to learn about the show’s Season 2 renewal.—
Scott Huver,
Variety,
12 June 2025
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Indiana Pacers fans are elated that Tyrese Haliburton plays for their team.—
Ryan Stano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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At Palms Middle School, a public campus on the Westside of Los Angeles, the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown in nation's second-largest city loomed large over an otherwise joyous middle school commencement ceremony on June 10.—
Kayla Jimenez,
USA Today,
12 June 2025
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The joyous event raised $1.1 million to support exhibitions, educational programs, and the preservation of the permanent collection of the oldest museum in the United States dedicated to Latino art and culture.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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“Thrilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrilled. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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