Example Sentences

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The expansion of benefits has pleased advocates but tested the Department of Veterans Affairs, which has been racing to add staff to handle the influx of applications.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

The move has pleased some people in Alaska.

From NewsForKids.net • Mar. 14, 2023

“The thing that has pleased me is the competitive nature,” Hutton said.

From Washington Post • Jan. 31, 2022

It is unclear how big Trian's stake is, but his decision to buy the stake has pleased investors, with shares in Unilever jumping by 7.3% in London trade on Monday.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2022

His Majesty has pleased to dismiss me from my duties.

From Count Br?hl by Kraszewski, Jo?zef Ignacy