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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

Judge Simon Cowell said he had questioned their decision to perform an original song but told them "it paid off", calling it "absolutely stunning", "heartfelt" and "joyous".

From BBC • May 31, 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

Kenya's Sebastian Sawe has returned home to joyous scenes after becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours in competitive race conditions.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

But I could still hear him as I walked away, the hard twang of his answer, almost joyous, When and where, Harry, when and where.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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