joyful
Example Sentences
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Upon its debut in 2022, the show was lauded for its unabashedly joyful, tender portrayal of queer youth — a refreshing departure from the trauma-heavy narratives that dominate other teen dramas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
The collection is both furious and joyful, beautifully and carefully cohesive.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026
Viral videos featured joyful boat parties on Boston Harbour and a police officer doing keepy uppies in the fan zone.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
Don’t look a joyful one-sided Cup-opening victory over the world’s 40th-ranked soccer team in the mouth?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 13, 2026
Some players rushed onto the stage and tried to lift the joyful Petrosian to their shoulders, but they were stopped by officials.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
