cheerful
Example Sentences
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It has freezer jam, bright and almost indecently cheerful, a small rebellion against the end of fruit season.
From Salon ● Jul. 11, 2026
I groaned as strumming Spanish guitars played underneath a cheerful introduction welcoming me to the “Jewel of the Missions” — a slogan that boosters coined decades ago.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 4, 2026
She was quieter and not her usual happy, cheerful self, but she did not tell me why.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
Upon entry to the main residence, which has a cheerful red front door, visitors will find a bright, airy living room, a small, yet well-equipped kitchen, and three comfortable bedrooms.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
Lincoln replied, “We must both be more cheerful in the future—between the war and the loss of our darling Willie—we have both been very miserable.”
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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