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jolly

[jol-ee] / ˈdʒɒl i /


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Companies behind candy brands from Gushers to Jolly Rancher have said they would remove artificial dyes, swapping in colors derived from natural ingredients instead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Other artists involved in the Olympics opening ceremony were also cyberbullied, including chief choreographer Thomas Jolly.

From Barron's • Nov. 21, 2025

Still on my must-try list: a gingerbread-cranberry cheesecake trifle at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe and the gingerbread pancakes at River Belle Terrace.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025

The Jolly Postman, which was published in 1991, won the Kurt Maschler Award and has sold over six million copies.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025

"I know. Jolly good show. Like the Coral Island."

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding




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