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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
a cheery grin on the host of the holiday party
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as in bright
serving to lift one's spirits
a cheery, unexpected compliment can really make another person's day
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Recent Examples of cheery
Its characters face off in playground pastimes, its production design evokes juvenile locations, and its costuming relies on a cheery, bold palette.
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Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 June 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Average to poor, well-draining Soil pH: 6 to 7.5
This sturdy deer-resistant perennial has bright, cheery daisy-like flowers in various shades of gold and yellow or bicolor with red centers.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
My guide was a delightful Cajun named Adler Cohen, and he was equipped with two huge thermoses of coffee (without which any Cajun is helpless) and a cheery disposition.
—Nash Buckingham, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
Choose a bright, cheery yellow paint or opt for a deep chocolate stain with white window trim for a classic cabin vibe.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025
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Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 June 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Average to poor, well-draining Soil pH: 6 to 7.5
This sturdy deer-resistant perennial has bright, cheery daisy-like flowers in various shades of gold and yellow or bicolor with red centers.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
My guide was a delightful Cajun named Adler Cohen, and he was equipped with two huge thermoses of coffee (without which any Cajun is helpless) and a cheery disposition.
—Nash Buckingham, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
Choose a bright, cheery yellow paint or opt for a deep chocolate stain with white window trim for a classic cabin vibe.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheery
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From the cast member who clocked my son’s pin collection–and then pointed out the hotel’s own trading station—to our cheerful server at the Lava Pool, who came equipped with sandwich recommendations, everyone was consistently helpful and attentive.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
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Kurt's key takeaways The Elmo hack shattered more than just a cheerful digital persona.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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Derek is a bright and curious kid who dreams of becoming a scientist one day.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 July 2025
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There are also some bright and cheerful-looking design elements such as colorful military campaign ribbons on the flags.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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President Donald Trump, who calls FIFA President Gianni Infantino a friend, is optimistic about the global turnout for next year’s World Cup, even as his ongoing trade policies continue to impact a range of countries, several of which are expected to compete in the tournament.—
India Brown,
Robb Report,
22 July 2025
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Looking forward, Brocks is optimistic about how treatment options might improve for people with dry eye disease.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
21 July 2025
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“Cheery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheery. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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