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How to use the word elated in a Sentence? Page #2

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The worst anyone can say is 'no.' We told them If you want to apply, apply. When (the schools) said yes, they felt elated and blessed. we have a good base. We have good role models all around with our family and friends. We always tell them you have too many God-given talents to not be successful.

Nick Wade

Found on CNN
7 years ago

I am elated to hear that I'll be able to attend my senior year of high school with my full rights restored.

Gavin Grimm

Found on Reuters
7 years ago

We don't really know where to go at this point, the first day or two we were a little bit shell-shocked and we weren't thinking further than get some water. Today, we got some water and got a bit of tinned fish so we're feeling elated. We've had a bath and we've brushed our teeth, so we're feeling amazing.

Jean Tikaram

Found on CNN
8 years ago

There will be some sadness. Some lamenting that was the last show, and because the band will probably play really well that night, I will be elated because the playing was good.

Billy Kreutzmann -LRB- drums -RRB-

Found on CNN
8 years ago

We’re elated to finally have the microbeads bill signed into law.

Amber Meyer Smith

Found on Reuters
8 years ago

My friend, Senator McConnell, don't be too elated. I am going to be here for 22 months. I am going to be doing the same thing I have done since I first came to the Senate.

Harry Reid

Found on CNN
9 years ago

I'm elated, it came right down to the wire, (Leitch) found a way to make sure the corporation knew that there had to be a negotiated settlement, and her strong statements in that regard were pivotal.

Unifor National President Jerry Dias

Found on Reuters
9 years ago

When you see a man elated with pride, glorying in his riches and high descent, rising even above fortune, look out for his speedy punishment; for he is only raised the higher that he may fall with a heavier crash.

Menander

added by anonymous
12 years ago

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