Maggy, still feeling wildly disoriented, seized the opportunity with silent gratitude and glanced at Sarah.

Unable to speak, Tom wrung Kent's hand in silent gratitude.

She sank forward again, pressing her forehead against the surface of the span in silent gratitude.

Harriet kissed her hand in silent and submissive gratitude.

The coolness was a tiny but blessed relief, and my nipples rose in silent gratitude.

My uncle wrung his hands with deep and silent gratitude.

The captain had broken out the ship's liquor supply; Kirk accepted a scotch on the rocks with silent gratitude.

I saw her take milor's hand and press it against her heart in silent gratitude.

She smiled in silent gratitude as she passed him the bus schedule and gave him the street address.

I should have been teaching you that the one goal you must aim for is the stunned, silent gratitude of history.