as in thankful
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
a joyous crowd eagerly awaiting the countdown to midnight on New Year's Eve
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Recent Examples of joyous
Fern Stroud, the founder of Black Vines, says this event marks the culmination of many years of real but joyous work.
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John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
This time the Democratic mayor was more prepared and changed her strategy, choosing to portray the snow as a necessary but joyous occasion.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
What a disappointment to have something so joyous tarnished by a dreadful reality where women are being belittled & disrespected for existing.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 25 Feb. 2026
What started as a joyous snowball fight Monday in New York City morphed into a political tempest after residents began pelting police officers with snow and ice.
—Tim Craig, Washington Post, 24 Feb. 2026
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John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
This time the Democratic mayor was more prepared and changed her strategy, choosing to portray the snow as a necessary but joyous occasion.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
What a disappointment to have something so joyous tarnished by a dreadful reality where women are being belittled & disrespected for existing.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 25 Feb. 2026
What started as a joyous snowball fight Monday in New York City morphed into a political tempest after residents began pelting police officers with snow and ice.
—Tim Craig, Washington Post, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyous
Adjective
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Yet family nurse practitioner Munira Maalimisaq sees reason to be thankful amid the stresses.—
Luis Andres Henao,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Thompson was thankful for the unanimous approval of his request to retire Melissa, according to a March 4 statement.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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According to a series of popular posts on the store’s r/ALDI subreddit, the brand’s beloved Specialty Selected Croissant Toast is now back in stores—and customers are delighted.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
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Leonard, who has played with several talented point guards during a Hall-of-Fame-caliber career, is delighted to have a young playmaker, someone who can feed him the ball, play with pace and create catch-and-shoot opportunities.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Kremlin will also be pleased the US has used huge numbers of munitions, notably advanced missiles that Ukraine badly needed.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Some customers rave about the customer service and are pleased with payout amounts after filing claims.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Everyone is friendly and happy to provide information about the property and the surrounding area of Tulum.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Suleyman, who is an honor guard commander and commander of the American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association, is happy veterans are appreciated more in light of the 250th celebration.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be glad that you are fully employed, because the healthiest situation for you would be to make other living arrangements.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Brenden Aaronson would have been glad of a first assist in 12 appearances, too.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The legislation included a detailed governance structure that satisfied lenders’ by giving the borrower, the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, control over decision making for three years after the deal closed.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Originally from the western province of Matanzas, Ventura is not satisfied with her life in Miami.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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After spending much of his first season with the Lakers in a stunned funk following the blockbuster trade that shipped him out of Dallas, Doncic has tried to revive his joyful style this year.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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From thought-provoking discussions and engaging events to joyful celebrations and community service.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Yet, hidden between luxe private island resorts and harbors for mega-yachts, the tiny island of Mayreau (pronounced my-row) is a blissful exception, having escaped almost any development.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Well cherished for decades, the 2,313-square-foot haven has a breezy flow for everyday living or frequent hosting, plus a blissful backyard.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Joyous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyous. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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