as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
offered their bubbly congratulations to the expectant parents
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Recent Examples of bubbly
Mika Abdalla’s Allie Hayes is the bubbly bestie of Season 1 lead Hannah.
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Wear your line-dancing boots and prepare to explore 10 locations featuring bubbly concoctions, from classic mimosas to mojito spritzers.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
For many people, seltzer is a bubbly treat — light, crisp and satisfying.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
The caper is as bubbly as an Aperol spritz on a hot Lake Como day, with Sandler and Aniston's charm and comedic chemistry keeping the whodunit going.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Wear your line-dancing boots and prepare to explore 10 locations featuring bubbly concoctions, from classic mimosas to mojito spritzers.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
For many people, seltzer is a bubbly treat — light, crisp and satisfying.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
The caper is as bubbly as an Aperol spritz on a hot Lake Como day, with Sandler and Aniston's charm and comedic chemistry keeping the whodunit going.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbly
Adjective
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Sweet orange and tangerine in particular are showing up as accessible, joyful entry points for anyone who wants a scent that does a little extra work.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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As my character waited, the mood was joyful.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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This effervescent combination of gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling wine is the ultimate patio sipper.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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The space itself is decked out with giant round light fixtures and orbs that are nearly effervescent, a fitting reflection of the bar's Champagne-forward drinks program.—
Tanya Edwards,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Blackened with volcanic rock and encircled by towering waves, the tumultuous scenery makes a vivid psychic landscape for So Help Me God, a rambling spell of ’70s-era soul and exuberant orchestral folk-pop that sweeps through the fog of heartbreak and the clarity of self-discovery.—
Kiana Mickles,
Pitchfork,
15 June 2026
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The Knicks used their experience and moxie to hold off the exuberant young Spurs’ early game runs, eventually turning the screws in the second and third quarters to build solid leads.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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The ranch saloon sits across from the open yard—and around the corner and up a hill of long yellow grass is the outdoor rodeo arena, home to lively summer rodeos every week in the summer season.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Baltimore is best known for its maritime history and lively harbor, with plenty to see and do, from the National Aquarium to the cobblestone streets and waterfront views of Fell's Point.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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What happens when a vivacious, perky, wannabe actress moves across the hall from two Caltech physicists whose idea of a big Saturday night is a rousing game of Dungeons and Dragons?—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
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On June 17, vivacious Venus will clash with Pluto retrograde, creating tension around passion, power and rage.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Earthfoam’s Organic Mattress is a smart pick for anyone who wants a more eco-friendly mattress with a buoyant latex feel.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
11 June 2026
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In March, during their final match in Uzbekistan before the World Cup, the atmosphere was loud, buoyant and joyous.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Police in Waco, Texas, found themselves in an unusually bouncy pursuit to recapture a runaway kangaroo.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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Niacinamide brightens and balances, while collagen, squalane, and adenosine work together to contribute to a hydrated, bouncier-looking complexion.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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For those who want to bring their furry friends along, head to Bonita Beach Dog Park, a dog-friendly, off-leash tidal flat where pups can roam freely and frolic in the shallow waters.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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But today, beachgoers continue to stroll, sunbathe and frolic buck naked on that stretch of sand, in defiance of the law.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Bubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bubbly. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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