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cheery

[cheer-ee] / ˈtʃɪər i /
ADJECTIVE
cheerful
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST


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A 2012 self-portrait shows a startled, wan Mr. Hockney unhappily staring at the viewer as if we’ve just interrupted a rare moment of peace; it’s a radical departure from his usually cheery depictions of himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Describing Scolyer as a "cheery, down-to-earth, lad from Launceston" and a brilliant, internationally recognised scientist, he said: "He will be remembered as a truly great Australian."

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Wall Street didn’t agree with that cheery assessment.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

In addition, the factors contributing to the lower unemployment rate aren’t so cheery.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

“I’m sure people are still working,” Isa said in her falsely cheery voice.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser




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