festive
Example Sentences
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But during this particularly festive weekend, give your mom the gift of indulgence — sugar, spice and everything nice.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
The energy was slightly festive, lightened by the absurdity of the situation.
From Slate • May 4, 2026
They flocked to the theater with friends and family in tow, comparing the festive, participatory atmosphere to the phenomenon around the 2023 megahit “Barbie,” which also spurred viewers to don costumes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Even in its early days, it was marked by the festive spirit that’s part of today’s gathering, where politicians are routinely roasted.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026
“I think this Butterbatch is a little more festive, for the holidays and all. Don’t you?”
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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