How to Use joyous in a Sentence

joyous

adjective
  • That shows on her joyous debut, where her passion for music is evident in every second.
    Steve Baltin, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Josh knows its role is to provide joyous experiences and only listens for its wake word to initiate a command.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2021
  • Survivor’s guilt has dampened what were once joyous moments, like dancing at a wedding or celebrating a birthday.
    New York Times, 6 Nov. 2021
  • The moment was so intense and powerful, and then Steve decided to break the moment with dancing in a way that felt joyous and dangerous.
    Danielle Turchiano, Variety, 29 Oct. 2021
  • The Gotham is honored to present this year’s Social Justice Tribute to such a joyous and groundbreaking project.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
  • This joyous milestone for The Griners comes after a turbulent chapter in the Phoenix Mercury player’s life.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Baking is a joyous activity, and no one exemplifies this better than Joy the Baker herself.
    Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2024
  • But beyond the joyous scenes unfolding across American airports lies a dark backdrop, Sheena McKenzie writes.
    Kara Fox, CNN, 10 Nov. 2021
  • While Tuesday night’s unveiling was a joyous occasion for the dozens who huddled under tents to keep warm in the November rain, Tolbert's loss still felt fresh.
    Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Nov. 2024
  • What has been the most joyous part of this ride for you?
    Alex French, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2024
  • Christmas ought to be the most joyous thing in the world.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 29 Dec. 2021
  • The four ringers’ joyous clamor brought the house down.
    New York Times, 19 Nov. 2021
  • To the Parents: I am honored to be part of this joyous day.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 20 June 2023
  • There can be little in life more joyous than the birth of a child.
    IndyStar, 16 Nov. 2021
  • But in fact, the show was far more joyous than the doomscroll that inspired it.
    Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 June 2023
  • The most joyous time of my life was watching my husband be the QB killer.
    Dory Jackson, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2023
  • The news is rather joyous than funny for the next chapter of Ethan Dolan’s life.
    David Chiu, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2023
  • Dusty Street has passed away after 77 joyous trips around the sun.
    Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2023
  • The fans released a cheer that was both joyous and relieved.
    Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2023
  • This year, few teams have been immune from the joyous chaos of the tournament.
    Rory Smith, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2023
  • The atmosphere was joyous, with the feel of a huge reunion.
    New York Times, 5 Dec. 2021
  • The reunion was as joyous as the path to get there was arduous.
    Drew F. Lawrence, CNN, 22 Jan. 2022
  • Out of all of the joyous spring launches to shop, the 2024 dress trends are preeminent on our list.
    Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Getting in and out of roadsters isn’t joyous, but the result is the enjoyment of the drive.
    James Raia, The Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2024
  • Tis the season to be jolly, joyous, and on your mother-in-law’s good side.
    Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2021
  • Bright and joyous, the video is a perfect showcase for an artist reemerging out of the shadows.
    Britt Julious, chicagotribune.com, 19 Nov. 2021
  • The heir to the Danish throne is a huge fan of the Tour de France, and his enthusiasm for the cycling race is joyous.
    Emily Burack, Town & Country, 25 July 2022
  • What matters is that the airline agent line was a joyous slice of writing.
    Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2022
  • De La Soul was singled out for their joyous records and their playful tone as the three friends pitched bars back and forth.
    Vulture, 12 Feb. 2023
  • Deep in the forest, Emily nourished her soul in the joyous quiet.
    Dateline Nbc, NBC News, 11 Oct. 2023

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