jovial

Example Sentences

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"He was upbeat, and he had quite a jovial way about him."

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

The large-scale audience participation of “Twenty-Sided Tavern” naturally invites a jovial, party-like atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025

Considering the somber subject, Mr. Gallot’s jovial tone may surprise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

“I hope people will see me and see a happy, jovial person who has the same heritage as them.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2025

Van Eck began to laugh—a warm, almost jovial chuckle, but its edges were jagged and bitter.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo