as in thankful
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
a blissful cat who obviously loves being stroked
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Recent Examples of blissful
Wishing these two a blissful union ahead.
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 3 Sep. 2025
Itineraries ranging from two to nine days hit some busy ports of call, but in between departure and arrival, there are some simply blissful stops.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The sense of blissful behind-the-scenes harmony routinely presented as the gospel truth by most football clubs is amusing.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
This blissful bean elevates mood and cognitive functions.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 3 Sep. 2025
Itineraries ranging from two to nine days hit some busy ports of call, but in between departure and arrival, there are some simply blissful stops.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The sense of blissful behind-the-scenes harmony routinely presented as the gospel truth by most football clubs is amusing.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
This blissful bean elevates mood and cognitive functions.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blissful
Adjective
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We are blessed in love and life and are so very thankful for our families coming together.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Fischer Homes is deeply thankful to all the generous trade partners and sponsors who helped make this home a reality; their contributions brought beauty and quality to every corner.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Minnesota Wild players, who parked in the players’ garage just off the road temporarily dubbed W 97th Street, are delighted to see their comrade for effectively the next nine years.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Vance is delighted to hear Carr is in critical condition.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Events on the cheap Here are some must-see sites that will make your bank account happy.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Chili's is axing some popular items from its kids' and dessert menus – while also rolling out a new offering aimed at keeping customers satisfied.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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With the sponsors, the networks, and the stations all satisfied with the arrangement, opponents of the blacklist turned to the FCC as the court of last resort.—
Thomas Doherty,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Amorim was pleased his team negotiated that closing period with maturity.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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And Halford was pleased by how well his vocals meshed with Osbourne’s when they were added.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Mets fans will likely be glad to see the back of Helsley, assuming their team's front office doesn't count on a bounce-back.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Petite shoppers will be glad to hear that the cozy bottoms are available in both a 22- and 30-inch inseam; the former is designed to fit those under 5 feet 4 inches.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Was it influenced by your experience in making Barbie, another big, joyous Hollywood film?—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O, featuring saxophonist Jeff Lederer, exudes enough joyous holiday spirit to illuminate any setting.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Emotional, joyful, sacred, and so us.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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While the bar was set high with the first effort, the trio’s sophomore collaboration still delivered a large-scale display that was as joyful and entertaining as their first one.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Blissful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blissful. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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