N2Grammar

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Be glad, Be relieved, Most, Best, Above all else, More than anything

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Examples

Doctor: 'The surgery was a success.'
Family: 'Is that right? We are just so glad that he is safe.'

'My mother's cooking is more delicious than food from any fancy restaurant.'

'Your words of encouragement give me the greatest strength.'

Tanaka: 'I passed the JLPT N1!'
Teacher: 'Did you? That's wonderful news. Congratulations!'

'A beer at the end of a tiring day tastes better than anything else.'

Mother: 'I found the ring I thought I had lost.'
Daughter: 'Oh, good! I'm so relieved that you found it.'

Athlete: 'More than anything, I'm happy that the team won.'

Message to customers: 'Our customers' smiles are the greatest encouragement.'

'When starting a new business, a detailed plan is necessary above all else.'

Parent to child: 'No matter what happens, above all else, treasure your life.'

Friend A: 'I was safely discharged from the hospital yesterday.'
Friend B: 'Oh, really? I'm so glad you seem well.'

Boss: 'Your presentation was well-received by the client.'
Subordinate: 'Really? I'm so glad to hear that.'