rejoicing

Example Sentences

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Liverpool's 20th title, equalling Manchester United, was a cause of rejoicing from their global fanbase.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Loved ones, teachers and school principals are rejoicing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

Not everyone can shed jealousy, let alone manage “compersion,” which entails rejoicing in a partner’s happiness with someone else.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

Nonetheless, the urban legend of American Muslims rejoicing at 9/11 took on a life of its own, which neatly fit a preexisting narrative casting all Muslims as irredeemable enemies of the West.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2025

“Did you hear that, folks? That’s the rejoicing of angels.”

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri