as in thankful
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
the news of the child's safe return made us all joyful
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Recent Examples of joyful
Whether through organizing, collaborating, or reconnecting with soul friends, this is about building joyful communities rooted in mutual growth.
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Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Sep. 2025
Food, like clay and photography, became another language -- shared, joyful, alive.
—Dada Jovanovic, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
There’s always something joyful happening in Hillcrest.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2025
The goal the family has had with the Gracie’s Corner universe has always been to provide fun and joyful learning experiences for kids.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
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Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Sep. 2025
Food, like clay and photography, became another language -- shared, joyful, alive.
—Dada Jovanovic, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
There’s always something joyful happening in Hillcrest.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2025
The goal the family has had with the Gracie’s Corner universe has always been to provide fun and joyful learning experiences for kids.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyful
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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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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Increase Protein Protein is satiating, providing a satisfied feeling of fullness that can decrease your appetite.—
Megan Nunn,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-25 in Week 4, but not everyone seemed satisfied after the game.—
Josh Buckhalter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 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
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“Joyful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyful. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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