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as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
finally found true happiness as a doctor in a poor rural area
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as in fitness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the striking happiness of the phrase "fatal attraction" as the title for an erotic thriller
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Recent Examples of happiness
Andy gets a decent if colorless new love interest (Patrick Brammall), who works as a real-estate contractor, and even Miranda has found stability and happiness with the latest of her many husbands (Kenneth Branagh).
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2026
Their encounter sparks a reflective journey into whether life offers second chances at happiness.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Associated with friendliness, happiness, and intuition, magenta, or fuchsia, is not a color for the faint-hearted, reflecting the affinity of Sagittarius for adventure and novelty.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Over time, the family ultimately finds a path to some grace and even happiness.
—The Know, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2026
Their encounter sparks a reflective journey into whether life offers second chances at happiness.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Associated with friendliness, happiness, and intuition, magenta, or fuchsia, is not a color for the faint-hearted, reflecting the affinity of Sagittarius for adventure and novelty.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Over time, the family ultimately finds a path to some grace and even happiness.
—The Know, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for happiness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for happiness
Noun
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James saw him one day and was drawn to help kids in similar situations realize their joy.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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As my sunken heart leapt up, my limbs warmed with joy and relief.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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But one theme of this record, as well as love and contentment, was about a reckoning with ambition.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
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Despite their questionable politics, something about the Millers’ wholesome, Christian contentment strikes a chord with Rue.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2026
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The result is closer to a private members club that happens to be a place to stay—a refreshing alternative for the frequent Paris traveler eager to remove themself from the tourist crush and keep up their own work and fitness routines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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Another 45 minutes at the gym just for fitness purposes.—
Michael Van Runkle,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
Noun
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These days, his life in Thailand resembles domestic bliss.—
Harry Thorfinn-George,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
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Most of the love stories that do make it to the big screen still generally follow broad, conventional strokes, capturing the bliss of coupling up or the blues of falling apart.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
8 Apr. 2026
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The situation is tricky enough in the case of innovations that users voluntarily adopt—plenty of people do not let their dim view of Meta overly interfere with their enjoyment of Instagram.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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The Moon in Capricorn moves through your 5th House, opposing Jupiter in your 11th, highlighting personal enjoyment versus group obligations.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
7 May 2026
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Granted, many of the commentators offering these predictions are employed by traditional universities, and might tend to believe more strongly in the enduring relevance of the academy.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
5 May 2026
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What began as an early 20th-century invention for flexible entertaining space in tight apartments bears as much relevance today.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
5 May 2026
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But there’s a real satisfaction in watching Ohm figure out the suite’s unique conveniences, run by analog systems of pulleys and levers, confronting the terrors within and mastering them for his survival.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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There’s real satisfaction in seeing something come together smoothly.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Value of major league teams apparently held by owners is based on personal desires, preferences and judgments for their usefulness.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Beyond its usefulness, pineapple guava provides fleshy, edible flower petals with a hint of sweetness.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Happiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happiness. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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