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Recent Examples of joyfulness
When senior center Serah Williams transferred in from Wisconsin at the start of this season, that joyfulness was the thing that surprised her the most about UConn.
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Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2026
And his knockout debut men’s show in June, provoked roaring applause from attendees for its earnest joyfulness.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Her stepfather, Desmond Peters, said Armstrong was a beloved mother, sister and daughter whose innate joyfulness lifted up those around her.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
The two Throttle House dudes will be able to talk the talk and walk the walk for deep car nerddom, while the young TikToker can embody the curiosity of the non-car audience and inject scenes with his signature joyfulness.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
The event, which also included a ball drop, is held to help bring camaraderie and joyfulness to seniors during the holiday season, and celebrate the arrival of the new year.
—Encinitas Advocate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
But his joyfulness around it was undeniable.
—Kim Gordon, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2026
And his knockout debut men’s show in June, provoked roaring applause from attendees for its earnest joyfulness.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Her stepfather, Desmond Peters, said Armstrong was a beloved mother, sister and daughter whose innate joyfulness lifted up those around her.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
The two Throttle House dudes will be able to talk the talk and walk the walk for deep car nerddom, while the young TikToker can embody the curiosity of the non-car audience and inject scenes with his signature joyfulness.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
The event, which also included a ball drop, is held to help bring camaraderie and joyfulness to seniors during the holiday season, and celebrate the arrival of the new year.
—Encinitas Advocate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
But his joyfulness around it was undeniable.
—Kim Gordon, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyfulness
Noun
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Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The junior left-hander, who is committed to TCU, celebrated just about every out with exuberance Tuesday, letting out loud screams and breaking out fist pumps after each strikeout.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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With 67,000 subscribers in 166 countries and growing, the Lim sisters are mixing Gen Z humor and exuberance with astounding erudition to bring ballet to a new generation and fire up older, longtime fans.—
Scot Paltrow,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There was a wide range of emotions — from jubilation to heartwarming moments.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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UConn’s 19-point comeback was complete as the Huskies’ bench jumped in jubilation.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There was no sign of contentment.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Your 4th House of Protection hosts contentment-seeking Venus, encouraging you to take comfort in your private world.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The finale is an ambiguous mix of jollity and agitation, with a piccolo shrieking above a militant march.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Winston Peacock’s Ghost of Christmas Present is especially winning with decidedly John Belushi-esque jollity.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
10 Dec. 2025
Noun
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There was food, drink and merriment of all stripes.—
Brian Barth,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The whole family will find merriment in hopping aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, a four-hour, 26-mile, round-trip journey that begins and ends at the historic depot in Blue Ridge.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Character names fade, plot twists dissolve, but the enjoyment of the moment remains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
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Attempts at policing enjoyment led to the suppression of longtime carnival customs.—
Tim Brinkhof,
JSTOR Daily,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Plainview has the prospector’s voice without his gaiety.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2026
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Later, for nearly 60 years, the lights were out and the gaiety muted in this once-vibrant community.—
Dorothy Jenkins Fields,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Joyfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyfulness. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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