boisterous
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A revival of “The Rocky Horror Show” that opened in April had to post signs reminding audiences not to treat the production like a boisterous midnight screening of the cult film adaptation.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 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
One particularly boisterous early exit sent a loud message of protest.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Part of that idiom is the boisterous humour that the Punjab region is known for, portrayed in part through Sajawal's mother, the imposing matriarch Sohni Ammi.
From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026
Purring with restrained pleasure, the cat walked in, suffering a boisterous welcome from his old friend before investigating the empty bowl.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
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