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gleeful

[glee-fuhl] / ˈgli fəl /


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The gleeful melodies of the church choir practicing next door seeped in.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 8, 2026

As a director, Wilde lands this jump with gleeful ease, making it clear what she meant when she recently described the dreadful reaction to her sophomore film, “Don’t Worry Darling,” as “liberating.”

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

Her voice is gleeful and unapologetic, right from the opening paragraph, written at the height of her notoriety: “I am totally cashing in to capitalize on the moment.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 4, 2026

"You're getting sacked in the morning," was the chant directed at Slot by the gleeful City supporters as their side scored four goals in 20 minutes either side of half-time.

From BBC Apr. 4, 2026

It hadn’t been gleeful or angry or even particularly interested.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler




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