glee

Example Sentences

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“Melania” taunts the viewer and takes glee in the assumption that they can’t do anything about it.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026

"We don't want people relishing in glee at the tragedy of other people," she said.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Laid on the comforter, he rolled on his back and pumped his little legs with glee like he was swimming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Over a glass of red wine, Behn was occasionally interrupted when one of her television ads blared in the background, which she viewed with a mix of glee and sheer disbelief.

From Slate • Dec. 2, 2025

He breathed out, a rough gasp of glee, and Christopher stepped back.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell