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boisterous

[boi-ster-uhs, -struhs] / ˈbɔɪ stər əs, -strəs /


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At his best, Pratt came off as a boisterous bro with enough charm to call himself “humble” without coming off as obnoxious.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

So the only reasonable charge was violating the city ordinance against disturbing “the peace of others by violent, offensive or boisterous conduct or language,” but that was tacked on later, in February.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

The tiny white and pink petals of cherry flowers, known as sakura, herald the start of spring in Japan, and full bloom ushers in a brief period of boisterous outdoor parties held by residents.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The boisterous set, performed mostly in Spanish, featured cameos from Jessica Alba, Pedro Pascal, Cardi B and others, and guest performances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

She wasn’t sure what the words meant, but by the loud, boisterous reaction of the sailors, who whooped in celebration, she knew it could mean only one thing.

From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper




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