merry

Example Sentences

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Corrigan told jurors he was "merry" but "not drunk".

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

And if you had that kind of a mother — or better, if you are that kind of a mother — the merry derangement O’Hara brought to her performances was soul-satisfying.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

Tomlin’s expected to sit out at least a season to relax on TV, and just wait: Any time there’s a team in trouble, a merry Tomlinpalooza will commence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Behold, a handy guide to the notable new releases being offered this season, all available to stream now, as well as some new-ish classics guaranteed to leave you feeling merry and bright.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025

And she got by with it because she was so round and rosy and merry and, with it all, so fair, in that she cheated everyone the same.

From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman