We all rejoiced over our friend's good luck. rejoiced over our unexpected victory on the soccer field
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Those who dismiss climate science or work in industries connected to fossil fuels may see it as reason to rejoice.—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 17 Nov. 2025 Bedsure Cooling Comforter Hot sleepers, rejoice—this cooling quilt is made for you.—Sheri Kaz, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025 Miami Hurricanes fans likely rejoiced Tuesday when the latest College Football Playoff rankings came out.—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025 To be sure, Christians should pray and work for peace, rejoice when tragedy is averted and cheer when the Gospel is shared.—Abby McCloskey, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rejoice
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Middle English, from Anglo-French rejois-, stem of rejoier, rejoir, from re- + joir to welcome, enjoy, from Latin gaudēre to be glad — more at joy
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