joy
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The way to look at it is, I was bringing joy to myself.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
As a special thank-you to our Pluskateers on the occasion of Slate’s 30th anniversary, we’re sharing a little joy and a lot of characterological analysis: Muppet Theory, the 2026 Edition.
From Slate ● Oct. 14, 2026
Happiness Insurance reframes forced savings around guaranteed joy.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
"She brought joy to all who met her and that's certainly a memory that holds dear to me and many within this community," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Shouldn’t I have been jumping for joy, scrambling down the tree, diving into the water, and swimming back to my own kind to be rescued and taken back to… civilization?
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
![]()
"It's one of the few joys of the month: you come out, have a chat with people, collect your pension, and go home."
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
The ubiquity of phones has not only eroded our manners, but also lessened the joys of bar and dining culture.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
Marquez’s personal journal, which documented her inner joys and struggles over the last year, is also open on a table in the exhibition for guests to read through, draw over, or tear.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
Fortunately, I’m healthy enough to travel — one of my greatest joys in this chapter of life.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 23, 2026
He had been made for royal joys, for the fortunes of a nation.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing joy
"The Giving Tree"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Key Words, Unit 5
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word