cheerful

Example Sentences

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She impressed those who knew her as cheerful and determined.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

A sinister atmosphere hangs over the narrative, a marked shift from the cheerful fare of other major kid releases in the past several years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Before she headed to the locker room, Burrell thanked everyone and called out a cheerful invocation, “Successful first game!”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Consumers, however, may be feeling somewhat less cheerful.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Lady Constance did not sound nearly as cheerful as her words suggested; in fact, she sounded quite cross.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood