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as in humorous
given to or marked by mature intelligent humor
made the jocular observation that the best way to make a small fortune in the wine business is to start off with a large fortune
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as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
the children at the library were charmed by the jocular storyteller
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Recent Examples of jocular
His jocular reaction was priceless.
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Tim Ellis, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Delle finally trilled, in an unreadably jocular voice.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
Bini, whose jocular banter is only upended by his ability to carefully listen and practically intervene, helps people struggling with fertility as well as with their gender transition.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 31 Jan. 2025
The interviews were jocular, an approach that seemed tactless, given the film’s subject matter.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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Tim Ellis, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Delle finally trilled, in an unreadably jocular voice.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
Bini, whose jocular banter is only upended by his ability to carefully listen and practically intervene, helps people struggling with fertility as well as with their gender transition.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 31 Jan. 2025
The interviews were jocular, an approach that seemed tactless, given the film’s subject matter.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for jocular
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jocular
Adjective
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Galloway provides a perspective that’s at turns humorous and moving, giving new grads solid advice while entertaining them as well.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2025
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It is meant to be instructional, philosophical, informative, uplifting, and sometimes humorous.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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And in the middle is a holiday associated with merry drinking and a centuries-old religious figure: St. Patrick's Day.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA TODAY,
16 Mar. 2025
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Not so merry Mary Nothing was ever easy for Mary this season.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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This time around, Lilo and Nani’s Ohana is expanded to her witty and wise neighbor Tūtū (Amy Hill), an original character, and Nani’s easygoing crush David (Kaipo Dudoit), who is retconned here as Tūtū’s grandson.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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Life, death, crime, kitsch, nostalgia, immigrant aspirations and witty design — all of these elements converge in the world of motels, which didn’t exist before 1925.—
Christopher Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Crosby released a number of tunes throughout his career that were made perfectly for the jolliest time of the year, and his wins are still coming his way, even decades after his passing.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Instead of its usual jolly cartoons, the channel began broadcasting footage of Russian military parades accompanied by music of the Russian nationalist singer Oleg Gazmanov.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The 76 gasoline brand, after all, evokes the patriotism of 1776 — a clever marketing ploy.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Charlie Davis Season: 46 Placed: 2nd If Q was the hurricane blowing through Survivor 46, Davis was a source of calm geniality at the center, constantly quoting Taylor Swift songs while obscuring his careful, clever gameplay.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Radio City Music Hall, the elegant home of the Rockettes, was festive and expectant — at least for about three and a half quarters.—
David Waldstein,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Also available at Nordstrom, Reformation’s Mireille Ruffle Puff Sleeve Dress offers the same summer-ready fabric with festive details like dainty ties and an ultra-soft viscose material.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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In the video was a group of dogs, and a professional dog walker managing the calm and cheerful pack, sitting beautifully for the camera.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Deep down, Schnall and the majority of the other executives weren’t really in a jovial mood, though.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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The Anomaly experience begins with a glass of bubbles as guests are ushered into the sleek, intimate dining room, each table offering a full view of Chef Mike Lanham’s focused yet jovial team at work.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
5 May 2025
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“Jocular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jocular. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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