joyous
Example Sentences
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She asked the audience to teach her an English accent, then danced with joyous abandon, and toyed with concepts of devotion, fame and idol worship.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
The event marks a joyous turnaround for the eagles, who lost a first clutch in late January.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Charlotte Cornell, Canterbury City Council's cabinet member for culture and heritage, said Mother Clanger's return was "joyous".
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
With this lineup, McCraney said he aimed to “engage us in tough questions that are facing our communities, but in the most joyous or innovative ways possible.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
Some change of countenance was necessary for each gentleman as they walked into Mrs. Weston’s drawing-room;—Mr. Elton must compose his joyous looks, and Mr. John Knightley disperse his ill-humour.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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