as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
offered their bubbly congratulations to the expectant parents
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Recent Examples of bubbly
To his credit, Tost seems to have recognized that Sweeney’s bubbly beauty can serve as an effective mask for more sinister motives.
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Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2025
While a champagne toast before a meal is a given, few people would ever consider pairing the bubbly drink with their meal.
—Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
While Soviet mathematician Andrey Kolmogorov’s theory, known as K41 scaling, is widely accepted to describe how energy dissipates in turbulent flows, proving its relevance in bubbly systems has remained a scientific challenge.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Expect big beats, colorful lights and a very bubbly dance floor.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2025
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Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2025
While a champagne toast before a meal is a given, few people would ever consider pairing the bubbly drink with their meal.
—Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
While Soviet mathematician Andrey Kolmogorov’s theory, known as K41 scaling, is widely accepted to describe how energy dissipates in turbulent flows, proving its relevance in bubbly systems has remained a scientific challenge.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Expect big beats, colorful lights and a very bubbly dance floor.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbly
Adjective
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From vibrant vases to bold candle holders, this playful line brings a joyful spin to festive gatherings.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Through healing spaces rooted in rites of passage, fatherhood circles, and creative expression, Cooper is reframing mental health care as joyful, community-centered, and culturally resonant.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In 1951, the effervescent Crowley starred as a spoiled teenager on the ABC Saturday afternoon show A Date With Judy, which had been a popular radio program and then a 1948 movie that starred Jane Powell.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Sep. 2025
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In another, Weaver and his team ferment orange blossom honey, transforming it into something tangy, sweet, and just slightly effervescent.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Exhibitors, which include luxury and exclusive car makers, collectors, modifiers and more, also stage new model reveals and events throughout the day lending to an even more exuberant experience.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Atelier Ndigo by Waina Chancy offered up an exuberant collection led by hues such as cherry red and deep blue.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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On a sunny Tuesday morning, 35-year-old Rita Guerrero stepped out from her door on North Mariposa Street, lively pup Olive barely contained by her leash.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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Zarutska worked in a lively area of the lower South End dotted with breweries, apartment complexes and coffee shops.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Over the years the vivacious Brit has has empowered countless women around the world and gained a fiercely loyal following.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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Venus in Leo is vivacious and charismatic, particularly in the realm of relationships, finances and one’s personal aesthetic.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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And what's not to love about the buoyant DiCaprio, who walked the red carpet solo (Italian supermodel girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti made a subtle separate entrance).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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My spirit is always pretty buoyant, so at the end of the day, that's all that matters.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The price is breathtaking, but so are our testers’ ridiculously smooth and bouncy complexions after making this a regular step in their routine.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Plus, the arms are recessed, and the foam cushions are supportive yet bouncy for a comfortable, relaxing seat.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Go ahead, frolic outdoors, but be alert to the seasonal hazards!—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
26 June 2025
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Pods of porpoises frolic, and a playful minke whale shimmers in the afternoon sun.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Sep. 2024
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“Bubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bubbly. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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