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happiness

[hap-ee-nis] / ˈhæp i nɪs /


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Winning back-to-back titles and blazing through this season has brought Angelenos much-needed happiness during a terrible stretch for the city — but winning is what the Dodgers are supposed to do.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

They looked suffused with happiness, and the glow of victory.

From Slate Jul. 22, 2026

What citizen would waste his time or money on lobbying if not for the direct effect of that government on his life, liberty and pursuit of happiness?

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Duchess found a loving, "forever home" with Fiona Rees-Davies in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, but tragically, a cancerous tumour meant their happiness was short-lived.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

“Why not? Madam Lucille could lead you to love again—to a life of happiness and riches. Why would you not trust her to reveal Life’s Wondrous Plan?”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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