joyful

Example Sentences

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But, in the midst of feeling joyful connection, I also felt sadness nestled next to that joy.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

On the sidewalk, generations play spades in the shade and the joyful screams of children emanate from a custom bouncy house adorned with an Egyptian pharaoh bust.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The album’s penultimate track, “Actress,” is another eight-minute-plus epic, and its movement between whispered folk and thick, dissonant orchestrations is joyful.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Ernie was the most joyful game participant I had ever seen, bright and quick-witted, laughing before a game, getting energy from the thrill of what was about to take place.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

“I made dang shore Miss Effie Belle got a earful when she got home. I said, ‘The Lord loves a joyful noise, Miss Love, and here comes Miss Effie Belle up her walk.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns