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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
a cheery grin on the host of the holiday party
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as in bright
serving to lift one's spirits
a cheery, unexpected compliment can really make another person's day
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Recent Examples of cheery
Now through Wednesday, April 23, save up to 63 percent off of bright, cheery styles that are perfect for travel.
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
The finish on the paneling had all but dissolved with age so the firm opted to lacquer the paneling in a lighter color for a cheerier atmosphere.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
No one was smiling, including the usually cheery Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison and Biden campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
The six-piece set includes wine glasses in multiple cheery colors, including spring-ready hues like pink, yellow, green, and blue.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
The finish on the paneling had all but dissolved with age so the firm opted to lacquer the paneling in a lighter color for a cheerier atmosphere.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
No one was smiling, including the usually cheery Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison and Biden campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
The six-piece set includes wine glasses in multiple cheery colors, including spring-ready hues like pink, yellow, green, and blue.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheery
Adjective
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Montecito High School Para-educator Lindsay Swanson, an employee since August 2015, was praised for her passion and dedication while serving with a cheerful and positive demeanor.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2025
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The show follows the adventures of José, a cheerful and curious character, along with his best friends —Obi, a playful rabbit, and Kim, a curious monkey.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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While cruises claimed over half of Greenland’s total tourism numbers in 2023, the future looks bright for air travel.—
Katherine Alex Beaven,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 May 2025
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But when done right, the whole room can seem brighter and more spacious.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
21 May 2025
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Yet Hudson remains optimistic that some new fund managers will have longevity.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
22 May 2025
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Knowledge of controversy aside, Davis remains optimistic about the new series coming from HBO.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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“Cheery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheery. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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