joyful

Example Sentences

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State visits can be uncomfortable, joyful, tense and unifying - in the space of just a few days.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Like Carroll, a long-running gig was the last thing on her mind when she began playing the energetic, joyful Kasie.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

"You rejoice and cry, and you tremble inside from the emotion -- seeing those eyes that are both sad and joyful and filled with tears," she told AFP during a recent prisoner exchange.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Clammy palms, spiked heart-rates, agonising groans and joyful roars - and that's just Steve Cram in the commentary box.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Only it sounded joyful this time and not, as I expected, meant to hurt my feelings.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan