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merriment

[mer-i‐, mer-ee-muhnt] / ˈmɛr ɪ‐, ˈmɛr i mənt /


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Issa is solidly built, close-shaved, stern in command but given to bouts of merriment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

My self-consciousness about the high number of touring productions persuaded me not to include “Shucked” at the Hollywood Pantages, which lightened the summer with its country bumpkin merriment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

There shall be no more merriment, and in the words of Nat King Cole, it is time to straighten up and fly right.

From Salon • Jan. 29, 2025

My will to live was slippery at best, but I knew I had to keep afloat for my eldest daughter, Grace, who loves birthdays, parties, and merriment.

From Slate • May 13, 2024

Railroad Tommy’s eyes softened, but the merriment in them died suddenly.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison




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