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[joi-uhs] / ˈdʒɔɪ əs /


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Some families may have traditional funerals, while others might opt for a “celebration of life,” which can be a joyous event with music and visuals.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The birth of his son, Bodhi, should have been a joyous event.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But Rolling Stone was more positive, saying parts of his new material are "confident" and "joyous".

From BBC • May 22, 2026

“They have that joyous moment for the team because they win, but life still goes on,” said Brian Gardner, a Central Altadena coach for his son’s team, a group slightly younger than the Braves.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

It spun to life, humming a joyous tune as I took Abuelitas hand back in mine and started to pray out loud.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall




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