rejoicing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Loved ones, teachers and school principals are rejoicing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

Nonetheless, the urban legend of American Muslims rejoicing at 9/11 took on a life of its own, which neatly fit a preexisting narrative casting all Muslims as irredeemable enemies of the West.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2025

Following the Trump-brokered ceasefire last Friday, 20 surviving hostages returned to scenes of rejoicing, while the remains of four deceased were also handed back.

From Barron's • Oct. 14, 2025

"After about 55 minutes, his eyes were wet. So, he was crying. And I was rejoicing inside because I thought: 'Now at least one man has been touched'," she says.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2025

Claire joined in the harvesting at the end of summer, and the rejoicing after.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry