merriment

Example Sentences

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Issa is solidly built, close-shaved, stern in command but given to bouts of merriment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Muslim merriment in New York and New Jersey is usually coached to keep a low profile.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2025

There shall be no more merriment, and in the words of Nat King Cole, it is time to straighten up and fly right.

From Salon • Jan. 29, 2025

Ahead of the annual letters complaining that the Dodgers celebrate the winning of a mere division title with Champagne and much merriment, a reminder:

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2024

“Nearly seventy, I believe,” answered Meg, counting stitches to hide the merriment in her eyes.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott