joy

Example Sentences

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"It just makes me feel like a little kid," said Hansen recently, describing the joy of floating.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

It is the willingness to show both joy and discomfort that underpins their documentary - Laing describes himself as "more anxious", while Habboo admits she is "worse on no sleep".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Every facet of life - joy, despair and everything in between – co-existed under the strobe lights.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“Our very existence is political no matter what. Our joy is a problem for a lot of people,” said Reyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

He felt his mouth moving, but there was no joy in his heart.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova