as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
offered their bubbly congratulations to the expectant parents
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Recent Examples of bubbly
The difference is subtle, but the fine filter creates milk that's a bit bubblier than the ultrafine filter.
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Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025
But concerts also start feeling poppier and bubblier in springtime, perhaps in anticipation of the even warmer, wilder and grander music events of festival-frenzied summertime.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2024
Nothing sounds better than having a fresh pizza straight out of the oven, with its bubbly cheese and thin, charred crust.
—Scott Gilbertson
gear Team, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2022
As the piece tries to unpack why the bubbly actor with a southern drawl’s social media videos filmed and posted during the pandemic garnered him millions of new followers and fans, Jordan opened up about the origins of one such video.
—Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2022
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Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025
But concerts also start feeling poppier and bubblier in springtime, perhaps in anticipation of the even warmer, wilder and grander music events of festival-frenzied summertime.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2024
Nothing sounds better than having a fresh pizza straight out of the oven, with its bubbly cheese and thin, charred crust.
—Scott Gilbertson
gear Team, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2022
As the piece tries to unpack why the bubbly actor with a southern drawl’s social media videos filmed and posted during the pandemic garnered him millions of new followers and fans, Jordan opened up about the origins of one such video.
—Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbly
Adjective
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The key is turning function into emotion, crafting joyful products and blending technology, creativity and insights to create standout first impressions and unique product experiences that stick.—
Nicki Sprinz,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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But his joyful, freewheeling creativity is thwarted by the head Piglin, Malgosha (voiced by Rachel House), who seeks the two objects in order to control the Overworld; to protect it, Steve enlists Dennis, a wolf he’s encountered and tamed, to carry them back home and hide them under his bed.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The finish is long, smooth, and dry, with effervescent spicy notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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An effervescent evening dedicated to the world’s finest sparkling wines—crafted beyond the borders of Champagne yet rivaling its elegance, complexity, and prestige.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Hoping to quiet the controversy and attract more mainstream Protestant audiences, McPherson tried distancing herself from the practices of the Holy Rollers, not only refusing to speak in tongues but also admonishing overly exuberant attendees at her services.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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There are a number of videos showing exuberant fan reactions to A Minecraft Movie in theaters–and not the organic kinds of reactions, the exaggerated kinds, and maybe even staged?—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Panelists had been carefully chosen and the moderators ensured lively debates took place.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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To introduce persimmon in a balanced way, Bassford recommends incorporating the color into decorative touches like wallpaper, upholstery, or bedding for a lively yet harmonious effect.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Clad in red, Sol arrived on stage at nearly 8:45 and illuminated the room with her vivacious touch and dulcet vocals.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
27 Mar. 2025
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The murder shocked Elliott’s family and friends, who described her as a vivacious, warm, loving woman.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The yachting market has been buoyant over the last few years, with more and more people looking to get out on the water and experience life at sea, either by buying a yacht or renting one as part of a private charter.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Luckily, Pattinson manages to keep things buoyant without diluting the late-capitalism metaphors or the melancholy existentialism.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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SkinMedica also swaps astringent alcohol for witch hazel extract, which has antibacterial and exfoliating benefits for smoother, softer, and bouncier skin.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2025
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Where some sneakers feel like marshmallows, Ons tend to be bouncier, lighter, and pretty darn cloudlike.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Pods of porpoises frolic, and a playful minke whale shimmers in the afternoon sun.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Sep. 2024
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Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic.—
Sarah Shemkus,
BostonGlobe.com,
21 June 2023
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“Bubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bubbly. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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