Michael followed her, silently thanking this knight, whoever he was, whatever his reason for being here.

That explained a lot about his recent heating bills, but he silently thanked her.

Mara silently thanked the gods that he had been spared.

I silently thank all the 38-year-olds; they are my allies.

I silently thank him every time my monthly statement arrives.

She clutched his arm, again silently thanking the good spirits.

She silently thanked the Indians of the forest for their ingenuity.

I also silently thanked her for keeping my name out of the story.

Riker silently thanked her for getting the conversation back on track.

Harry gave a rueful smile, and silently thanked his brother.