gladness

Example Sentences

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He provoked Hoder, the blind god of darkness, to kill Balder, the god of joy and gladness.

From DOGO News • Oct. 9, 2023

Tyrone county chair Michael Kerr said Damian brought "honour, delight and gladness to the whole county and far beyond".

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2022

In the end, Verne’s story, however it’s encountered, will always mirror the Christmas season: Weeks of madcap action and inner turmoil finally usher in a morning of gladness, serenity and goodwill to all.

From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2021

"Go, eat your food with gladness, and drink wine with a joyful heart," I read in my Bible again, this time from Ecclesiastes, "for God has already approved of what you do."

From Salon • Dec. 12, 2021

Lina was glad to carry this message, though her gladness was mixed a little with sadness.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau