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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
a blithesome girl who never seems to be sad or angry
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as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
a blithesome and silly joke among old friends
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Another cheerful Minervois scintillator that is balanced with bright fruit, subtle tannins and vats of joyous acidity.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025 -
Buchholz remained cheerful throughout the event, saying there is nothing to complain about when a party doubles its support.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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Tristan’s on pigeon patrol, and a merry Christmas to all.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2025
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Tori Spelling's daughter didn't have the merriest of Christmases last year.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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So, if and when Stafford and Kupp are traded from Los Angeles, perhaps the new duo of Rodgers and Adams could team up with bright, young star Puka Nacua and the rest of the Rams’ squad that won a playoff game in 2024.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
26 Feb. 2025
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The Kennedy Center is an American Jewel, and must reflect the brightest STARS on its stage from all across our Nation.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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The same jolly collection also returns to the Top Streaming Albums chart for another year.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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Winter break is a jolly time of the year for many children.—
Holly Garcia,
Parents,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But while many in Altadena’s entrepreneurial community remain optimistic about a recovery, multiple business owners described lengthy and difficult roads ahead.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Future of Foreign Aid: Rethink, Not Retreat Despite dramatic aid shifts being experienced around the world, Haddad remains cautiously optimistic.—
Daphne Ewing-Chow,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Other spots for post-ski merriment are The St. Regis Bar and The Vintage Room, both at St. Regis Deer Valley where raw bar delicacies, sushi and festive cocktails are flowing.—
Elycia Rubin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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Always one to break away from conventional norms, Miuccia Prada showcased festive cocktail dresses with colorful windbreakers, including a silver sequin spring dress with a bright yellow jacket.—
Adam Mansuroglu,
WWD,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Blithesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blithesome. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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