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joyful

[joi-fuhl] / ˈdʒɔɪ fəl /


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"Now our fight for a healthier, safer, more affordable, and more joyful Los Angeles continues," she added.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

And accepting that joyful sorrow and sorrowful joy are the double helix of parental DNA takes time.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

In Paris, Chwalinska has played with infectious freedom and joyful creativity, beating two seeded players and Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen along the way.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“While the existing residence carries undeniable charm, character, and a joyful spirit that mirrors Simmons’ distinctive personality, the true value lies in the land itself,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Perhaps the most joyful alliances from this time were those that ended in marriage—and quite a few of them did.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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