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as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
finally found true happiness as a doctor in a poor rural area
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as in fitness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the striking happiness of the phrase "fatal attraction" as the title for an erotic thriller
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Recent Examples of happiness
The usual Saturday lottery drawings — Florida Lotto, Powerball, Cash4Life, Fantasy 5 — produced only one moment of jackpot happiness.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 July 2025
And lifelong learning is what the pursuit of happiness meant to the founders.
—Michel Martin, NPR, 18 July 2025
His lips are pressed together as if stifling shy happiness, and for good reason — standing next to him with a big smile is Mike Tyson.
—Calista Oetama, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
Kate Beckinsale is finding heartfelt ways to spread happiness amid her mother’s cancer diagnosis.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 10 July 2025
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 July 2025
And lifelong learning is what the pursuit of happiness meant to the founders.
—Michel Martin, NPR, 18 July 2025
His lips are pressed together as if stifling shy happiness, and for good reason — standing next to him with a big smile is Mike Tyson.
—Calista Oetama, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
Kate Beckinsale is finding heartfelt ways to spread happiness amid her mother’s cancer diagnosis.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happiness
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Regardless, drivers have been honking their vehicles’ horns with joy now that Gurnee is the first in the county to end its photo-enforcement program.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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But, by the time her pregnancy reached five weeks and four days, the joy faded, only to be replaced with heartbreak.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Tail wagging during sleep can indicate a positive dream or a replay of happy daytime memories—suggesting that Pixie is now living a life full of comfort and contentment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Many followers find a sense of empowerment, contentment and community in the movement, Taylor says.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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In addition to her fitness pursuits, Bitner flaunted her pastry-making skills and regularly shared photos of her decorative cakes.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The best rebounder trampolines have become a favorite among fitness pros and physical therapists for low-impact cardio that’s surprisingly effective.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Chair Yoga with Susie, experience bliss and wellbeing.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Such is the bliss of a new coach’s first few months that there’s nothing to suggest time and experience won’t correct everything.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Beyond cleanliness, a comfortable bed, and attentive service, the quality of coffee served can make or break a guest’s enjoyment of their hotel or resort stay.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Lucia Pham Amazon Prime Day sales are timed for early summer—the time of enjoyment.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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An examiner's case theory or personal assumptions about relevance can influence which data makes it into the final report.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Were overzealous Christians seeking social relevance by forcing a connection?—
Rusty Wright,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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When applied consistently, this approach improves operational flow and strengthens employee satisfaction.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Of the five states with the lowest satisfaction in the bedroom, four voted Republican in the 2024 presidential election, raising questions about the influence of cultural values, education policy, and political ideology on personal relationships.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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While the usefulness of AI features may be debatable, years of OS and software support are not, which gives Samsung the decisive edge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
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Teens recognized the usefulness of navigation apps, but simultaneously acknowledged the risk of accidents associated with taking their eyes off the road. What People Are Saying Robbins told Newsweek that distracted driving endangers young people, but also the traveling public around them.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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“Happiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happiness. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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