pride and joy
noun
: someone or something that makes someone very proud and happy
Our children are our pride and joy.
The car is his pride and joy.
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But not every film about FIFA’s pride and joy has required Messi-like skills.
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Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Trump also gave a shout out to the parents and other family members in attendance, noting the likelihood of tears of pride and joy.
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Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
20 May 2026
Four Season Miami's pride and joy is its lush two-acre rooftop terrace, recently refreshed with stylish new chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
Universities must continue to educate, enforce their rules, and create the conditions for Jewish students not only to be safe, but to live with pride and joy.
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Jonathan Falk,
Sun Sentinel,
5 May 2026
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Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Trump also gave a shout out to the parents and other family members in attendance, noting the likelihood of tears of pride and joy.
—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
20 May 2026
Four Season Miami's pride and joy is its lush two-acre rooftop terrace, recently refreshed with stylish new chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
Universities must continue to educate, enforce their rules, and create the conditions for Jewish students not only to be safe, but to live with pride and joy.
—
Jonathan Falk,
Sun Sentinel,
5 May 2026
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“Pride and joy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pride%20and%20joy. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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