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Thank

THANK, verb transitive

1. To express gratitude for a favor; to make acknowledgments to one for kindness bestowed.

We are bound to thank God always for you. [[2 Thessalonians 1#3|2 Thessalonians 1:3]].

Joab bowed himself and thanked the king. [[2 Samuel 14#22|2 Samuel 14:22]].

2. It is used ironically.

Weigh the danger with the doubtful bliss,

And thank yourself, if aught should fall amiss.

THANK