The grateful dog wagged its tail in appreciation for the treat.
Meaning: This means the dog was happy and thankful for the treat and showed it by wagging its tail.
Choice of Words: Grateful means feeling thankful or appreciative. Appreciation refers to the feeling of being grateful or thankful. When you put them together, "Grateful dog wagged its tail in appreciation" means the dog was thankful for the treat and showed its appreciation by wagging its tail.
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