festive

Example Sentences

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"With the festive season now behind most of us and New Year's resolutions in full swing, this research can help inform people's plans for healthy aging in 2026," she said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Typical breaks include traditional seaside destinations including Cleethorpes, Filey, and Butlins in Skegness, as well as an annual festive trip to the Lyceum Theatre for the Christmas pantomime.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

“Many people don’t feel very festive these days because of the economic situation,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“It kind of goes hand in hand with the type of work I do, because my stuff is really festive, celebrating culture. And just as an L.A.-based artist, I think the collaboration made sense.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The new tombs gave a festive air to the pathetic little graveyard, and they planted rows of birches so there would be shade for those who came to visit their dead.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende