How to Use joyous in a Sentence
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What has been the most joyous part of this ride for you?
—Alex French, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2024
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Christmas ought to be the most joyous thing in the world.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 29 Dec. 2021
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The four ringers’ joyous clamor brought the house down.
—New York Times, 19 Nov. 2021
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To the Parents: I am honored to be part of this joyous day.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 20 June 2023
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The joyous track likewise reaches the top 20 for the first time.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2020
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There can be little in life more joyous than the birth of a child.
—IndyStar, 16 Nov. 2021
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There can be little in life more joyous than the birth of a child.
—Alvie Lindsay, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Nov. 2021
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But in fact, the show was far more joyous than the doomscroll that inspired it.
—Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 June 2023
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The most joyous time of my life was watching my husband be the QB killer.
—Dory Jackson, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2023
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The news is rather joyous than funny for the next chapter of Ethan Dolan’s life.
—David Chiu, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2023
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Dusty Street has passed away after 77 joyous trips around the sun.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2023
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The fans released a cheer that was both joyous and relieved.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2023
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This year, few teams have been immune from the joyous chaos of the tournament.
—Rory Smith, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2023
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The atmosphere was joyous, with the feel of a huge reunion.
—Joseph Goldstein, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Dec. 2021
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The atmosphere was joyous, with the feel of a huge reunion.
—New York Times, 5 Dec. 2021
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The reunion was as joyous as the path to get there was arduous.
—Drew F. Lawrence, CNN, 22 Jan. 2022
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But often, the mood was joyous, a marked change from recent days.
—Time, 7 June 2020
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This should be a joyous occasion for the two of you — make the decisions that will make sure that’s the case.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 8 May 2025
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Though my title fits the grim tone of our age, the truth is that this is a joyous occasion for me.
—Mark Danner, The New York Review of Books, 3 June 2020
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Every atom in their body was joyous and happy to be alive.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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Out of all of the joyous spring launches to shop, the 2024 dress trends are preeminent on our list.
—Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
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Getting in and out of roadsters isn’t joyous, but the result is the enjoyment of the drive.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2024
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What didn’t: The return of Robinson Chirinos was not the joyous reunion the sides had hoped for.
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 5 Nov. 2020
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Tis the season to be jolly, joyous, and on your mother-in-law’s good side.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2021
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The actress posted the most adorable pic on Instagram to share the joyous news.
—Hannah Orenstein, Seventeen, 17 July 2020
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Bright and joyous, the video is a perfect showcase for an artist reemerging out of the shadows.
—Britt Julious, chicagotribune.com, 19 Nov. 2021
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The memories are somber, but the mood can be joyous, even festive.
—Nina Strochlic, National Geographic, 6 Nov. 2020
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The heir to the Danish throne is a huge fan of the Tour de France, and his enthusiasm for the cycling race is joyous.
—Emily Burack, Town & Country, 25 July 2022
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Boot it up on Switch Online and witness how joyous Peak Kirby can be.
—Luke Winkie, Vulture, 18 June 2025
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One of the most striking features of the No Kings day protests attended by millions of Americans was just how joyous many of them were.
—David Litt, Time, 24 June 2025
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