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joyous

[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 title parade around the city was predictably joyous, with red plumes of smoke engulfing the famous Liver Birds at the Pier Head.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

“I’m gonna just let them do what they want to do. But they do love music,” he said with a joyous grin.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

He hangs back, though, as if not quite ready to choose their joyous relief over obediently tending to his broken family.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

It was a joyous moment, but I knew from my reading that they would be likely to return.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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