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joyous

[joi-uhs] / ˈdʒɔɪ əs /


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"People often tell us that our music is connected to their most treasured and joyous memories," they added.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

He posted a picture of screaming, joyous, celebrating burnt-orange-clad students.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026

Or the repeating, joyous escalator of “na, na, na, na-na-na-na!” at the end of The Beatles‘ “Hey Jude.”

From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026

The start of Khao Phansa on Thursday was a joyous affair in the rural province of Samut Sakhon, featuring offerings to monks and traditional dances.

From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026

As they stood at the window, they heard the joyous peal of a church bell.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith


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