gracias
Americaninterjection
Etymology
Origin of gracias
First recorded in 1845–50; from Spanish, plural of gracia “grace,” from Latin grātia; grace ( def. )
Example Sentences
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We are now in “Gracias Gustavo” season, and times, we are daily reminded, they are a-changin’.
From Los Angeles Times
“Gracias, gracias, gracias,” she repeats.
From Literature
“Gracias, gracias,” Naomi responds with tears in her eyes.
From Literature
“Gracias, Mamá. I hope Papá won’t be too angry.”
From Literature
“Alegra and Teresita, you’re the youngest in our group. Go up to Fidel and give him these orchids. Say gracias for all of us.”
From Literature
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