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boisterous

[boi-ster-uhs, -struhs] / ˈbɔɪ stər əs, -strəs /


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The tiny white and pink petals of cherry flowers, known as sakura, herald the start of spring in Japan, and full bloom ushers in a brief period of boisterous outdoor parties held by residents.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

In 1996, David Keating cast her as Cathleen, the boisterous mother to a sullen teenager played by Jared Leto in “The Last of the High Kings.”

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

Speed has built his brand and online persona on over-the-top, boisterous and sometimes aggressive reactions.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

“White Lotus” stars Jason Isaacs and Aimee Lou Wood shared a boisterous laugh, while Powell made sure his parents were in his range of sight.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

His parents are diffident around Maxine, at first keeping their distance, not boisterous as they typically are around their Bengali friends.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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