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Meanings of appreciative in English

Feeling or expressing gratitude.

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Appreciative.

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Usage of appreciative in English
1
Shields said he was appreciative New Zealand Rugby had considered his request.
Radio NZ
2
You done a real brave thing today, and George is real appreciative.
Alpine for You
3
Many people were appreciative of how maturely the whole situation was handled.
The South African
4
It has toughened me up, made me appreciative of the good times.
The Guardian
5
Finally, I'm especially appreciative for the help of my wife, Frankie Glass.
Hiding the Elephant
6
She was appreciative that an arrest had been made quickly, he said.
Radio NZ
7
The emir seemed mildly surprised by the question, and appreciative of it.
The Wyrmling Horde
8
Luke, as he told him, kept chuckling in a surprised, appreciative way.
Eight Days of Luke
9
Be sure to pass on to him how deeply appreciative we are.
Mortal Allies
10
In fact it was refreshing, and he let out an appreciative gasp.
Imajica: Complete Edition
11
Their audience was most appreciative but quickly started to take their leave.
The irish devil
12
That brought an appreciative and even envious sigh from the surrounding group.
The unincorporated man
13
Kennedy is deeply appreciative of your sympathy and grateful for your thoughtfulness.
Letters to jackie: condolences from a grieving nation
14
And of all his visitors the most constant and appreciative were children.
McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 2, January, 1896
15
So whether the playing is good or bad, be interested and appreciative.
Foundation and Empire
16
His look was suspicious at first, then surprised and at last appreciative.
Empire in black and gold
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Appreciative across language varieties
United Kingdom
Common
United States of America
Common
Ireland
Common