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: of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
a festive occasion
The house looks festive during the holidays.
festively
adverb
festiveness
noun
Examples of festive in a Sentence
The house looks very festive during the holidays.
She was in a festive mood.
The reunion will be a festive occasion.
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Security was extra tight, with three checkpoints, and the mood was festive.
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Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
Additionally, the company is offering a non-alcoholic beverage aptly named the Firework Fizz, which launched June 25 and has strawberry popping boba for a festive effect.
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Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
1 July 2026
The Wharf also presents diverse choices, from Willowsong's local farm-to-table focus to Tiki TNT's festive rum bar, showcasing the capital's rich and varied gastronomic landscape.
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Lanee Lee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
This dip set features glittery red and green nails, accented with white and gold accents for a festive finish.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
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Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
Additionally, the company is offering a non-alcoholic beverage aptly named the Firework Fizz, which launched June 25 and has strawberry popping boba for a festive effect.
—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
1 July 2026
The Wharf also presents diverse choices, from Willowsong's local farm-to-table focus to Tiki TNT's festive rum bar, showcasing the capital's rich and varied gastronomic landscape.
—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
This dip set features glittery red and green nails, accented with white and gold accents for a festive finish.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for festive
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“Festive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/festive. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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