a mood of joyous anticipation
a joyous crowd eagerly awaiting the countdown to midnight on New Year's Eve
Recent Examples on the WebJust in time for Glee’s 15th Anniversary, Darren Criss and Mike O’ Malley reunited in a joyous pic shared on social media.—Shania Russell, EW.com, 19 May 2024 The next batter grounded out and joyous Alameda (20-3) celebrations and hugs soon ensued.—Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024 Art and fashion are historical political markers that can remind us of the importance — and sometimes rarity — of joyous occasions and political progress.—TIME, 6 May 2024 With college graduation season here, pro-Hamas and pro-Iranian protesters across campuses and those who have disrupted parades, community and civic events, commutes, and even Easter Mass are no doubt eyeing these normally joyous ceremonies as their next targets.—Ted Deutch, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for joyous
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