Published on
October 31, 2025
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QuillBot
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December 31, 2025
It may seem like a small gesture, but a thoughtful and sincere condolence message can mean all the world to someone who’s experienced a loss.
The most common ways to send condolences include sympathy cards, text messages, social media comments, and online tribute walls (special sections of online obituaries where friends and family write comments). To write a heartfelt condolences message, acknowledge the person’s loss, offer support, and share a positive memory.
Writing a condolence message can feel challenging, especially if you’re also grieving the loss. To make the process easier, this article covers how to write a condolence message and includes 45 examples for different situations and audiences.
QuillBot’s free Grammar Checker will handle the typos so that you can focus on showing your support and expressing your sympathy.
Condolence message examplesMy condolences to you and your family, Alex. Your grandmother was such a generous and creative person, just like you. May her spirit continue to inspire you.
Dear Rodriguez family,
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. Your grandfather was so proud of you all and never hesitated to tell us the many ways that you were perfect in his eyes. He always knew how to make us laugh, and his joy will stay with us forever.
Every December, people around the world exchange Christmas greetings, but depending on where you are, that greeting is completely different. From Feliz Navidad to Frohe Weihnachten to 즐거운 성탄절, each language adds its own cultural flair to the holiday spirit.
This article will teach you how to say (or more accurately, write) Merry Christmas in 100+ different languages. And if you want translations for other Happy Holidays messages to share with international friends, family, or colleagues, use QuillBot Translate.
The elf on the shelf has become a beloved Christmas tradition in homes across the United States. Each holiday season, a small elf magically appears to watch over children and report back to Santa. Parents and caregivers use clever setups to bring the elf to life, creating mystery and excitement for children.
Whether you’re a first-time elf parent or a seasoned pro, this guide is packed with creative elf on the shelf ideas to keep the Christmas spirit alive throughout the holiday season. From quick, easy setups to elaborate scenes, find inspiration for every kind of household, plus tips for using AI (like QuillBot’s AI Chat) to prevent elf burnout.
Love is in the air—now it’s time to put it on your feed! Whether you’re going for something short and sweet, romantic, or “main character at the reception,” we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for captions perfect for any bride, groom, or wedding guest.
If you want a caption that’s even more personalized, QuillBot’s Instagram caption generator has your back. Just describe what you’re looking for in a few words, and it will generate endless ideas.
It’s spooky season! And for anyone who celebrates Halloween, it’s time to start planning for the arrival of this year’s trick-or-treaters. Signs are an informative and decorative tool to let little candy seekers know what to expect, whether you’re open for business, out trick-or-treating yourself, or not celebrating this year.
All of the signs in this article were created using QuillBot’s free AI image generator. If you want to create a fully customized sign, you can use it to bring your idea to life!
Published on
October 27, 2025
by
Nicole Routh, M.Ed
Revised on
November 11, 2025
Whether they’re about gratitude, food, family, or fall, Thanksgiving poems capture the warmth and abundance of the holiday. They’re perfect for reflecting on what you’re grateful for, sharing with students, quoting in Thanksgiving toasts, or designing place cards. Some of the most classic Thanksgiving poems and harvest-themed verses include:
“The New England Boy’s Song: About Thanksgiving Day” by Lydia Maria Child (1844)
“The Pumpkin” by John Greenleaf Whittier (1846)
“Thanksgiving Turkey” by George Parsons Lathrop (1876)
“A Thanksgiving Poem” by Paul Laurence Dunbar (1890)
“Thanksgiving” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1896)
“Fire Dreams” by Carl Sandburg (1918)
“Thanksgiving Time” by Langston Hughes (1921)
“To Autumn” by John Keats (1820)
“The Harvest Moon” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1878)
“In Harvest” by Sophie Jewett (1910)
Keep reading to learn more about these Thanksgiving poems and why their words still resonate.
TipLooking for ways to turn Thanksgiving quotes and poems into customized greetings and seasonal décor? QuillBot’s free AI Image Generator can help you brainstorm ideas. Just remember, when you use poetry in creative projects, stick with examples that are public domain (rather than copyright protected), like the examples below.
Usually, you will try to make sure that the sentences you write are coherent and that they make sense. However, there is one niche area where the opposite is true, and that is the world of sentences that make no sense.
Nonsense sentences are usually created for a bit of fun or mental exercise, and sometimes to demonstrate a point of grammar.
Why not have a go at writing your own, or you can ask QuillBot’s AI Chat to write some for you.
Sentences that make no sense examplesThe polka-dot giraffe somersaulted gleefully through a cloud of jellybeans.
Whispering pancakes decided to join the choir of giggling umbrellas.
A velvet moonbeam tickled the toes of a dancing broccoli forest.
Halloween is the perfect time to explore the eerie and unknown, from whispering ghosts to the moonlit chill of autumn nights to the surrealism of death. Poetry captures the magic of the Halloween season perfectly, blending mystery, imagination, and atmosphere into verses that can still give us goosebumps centuries later.
This article contains 13 Halloween poems, plus some simpler Halloween poems for kids. If you want to learn more about these poems or analyze a specific stanza or line, ask QuillBot’s AI Chat.
Veterans Day quotes provide a powerful way to honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served. These meaningful words from historical figures and modern-day leaders help people connect more deeply with the spirit of Veterans Day, which is observed in the US on November 11 each year.
Whether you’re seeking Veterans Day quotes for a social media post, Veterans Day message, classroom display, or personalized gift, the examples below provide timeless insight into the strength and service of US veterans.
TipQuillBot’s free AI image generator can help you brainstorm eye-catching and patriotic Veterans Day images that will pair perfectly with Veterans Day quotes and messages.
Veterans Day is a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and dedication shown by those who have served in active duty in the US Armed Forces. A Veterans Day message expresses appreciation and respect to military veterans for their service. It can be shared in person, in a card or text message, or on social media.
Finding the right words to match the depth of that service can feel challenging, especially when you want your message to feel personal, respectful, and sincere.
Whether you’re honoring a family member, co-worker, friend, or unknown hero, the 50 examples below show how to craft a meaningful Veterans Day message. Whatever you decide to write, QuillBot’s free Grammar Checker will ensure that it’s error free.
Veterans Day message exampleThank you for your service and the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our freedom. I deeply admire the strength and resilience you’ve shown, both in uniform and everyday life. You’ve not only served your country, but you continue to inspire everyone around you.
