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joyous

[joi-uhs] / ˈdʒɔɪ əs /


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The best relationships in life are joyous and free and, yes, come with responsibilities and hard decisions and commitment.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

"I went to see LCD Soundsystem a couple times... and it was just so joyous, when you're watching them be so immersed in it," he told BBC Radio 1's Greg James.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

But planning a vacation is supposed to be joyous.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

It was an ode to the joyous, maximalist world that Arnold meticulously and affectionately built in both life and art — because for him there was no distinction, art was life.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

I watched sullenly as he loudly appreciated my gift and made a joyous mess of himself.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel