joyful

Example Sentences

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But, in the midst of feeling joyful connection, I also felt sadness nestled next to that joy.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Whatever the subject, all serve the same purpose: They measure—and add joyful rhythm to—the passage of time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

On the sidewalk, generations play spades in the shade and the joyful screams of children emanate from a custom bouncy house adorned with an Egyptian pharaoh bust.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Karol’s most recent LP “Tropicoqueta” was a history lesson, a joyful and well-studied rip through decades of Latin folk and pop.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

She gave no sign of understanding a word of what the girl was saying; and at last, with a joyful “Hwoinch!” she broke away and ran to Taran, wriggling gleefully.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander