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as in paradise
a dwelling place of perfect happiness for the soul after death
the godly life she has lived will surely lead to infinite bliss after death
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as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment
the enviable bliss of a happily married couple
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Recent Examples of bliss
Developing this film has been my bliss.
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Keaton Bell, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025
Tülmann, a marvel of simplicity that appear fragile, yet can send a grownup into sweet bliss.
—Siobhan Morrissey, Miami Herald, 3 Dec. 2025
Throughout hooke’s law, the psychedelic bliss of the former development crashes into the agony of the latter experience.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025
Each steamer releases soothing aromatherapy scents for total relaxation—instant bliss.
—Francesca Krempa, StyleCaster, 25 Nov. 2025
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With an award-winning restaurant scene, high-end shopping, and a Panorama Trail offering breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley for travelers of all facilities, Baden-Baden is a well-rounded paradise that redefines the spa town experience.—
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Seattle is an outdoor lover’s paradise packed with things to do in all four seasons, from summer hiking and fall leaf-peeping to winter snow sports and ambling around downtown in the spring, when the rain starts to ease up and summer crowds haven't yet arrived.—
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Thus, Edward’s choice of ring sweetly honors the couple’s half-decade of dating before getting engaged, the joy of their betrothal, and their hope for their future together.—
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Though Sadie hasn’t made a basket yet, Whittington says her daughter’s joy and encouragement are far more meaningful than any points on the scoreboard.—
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Godfall tells the story of a small Nebraska town, which becomes the center of the world when a giant alien crash lands out of the sky beside it.—
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For the best viewing, find Vega, one of the brightest stars in the night sky.—
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In fact, the United States’ economic competitiveness—not to mention the happiness of its citizenry—ranks below many countries that work much fewer hours, including Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, Netherlands, and Norway.—
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Studies have shown that WhatsApp users are more likely to express both happiness and sadness on the platform than on other, more public-facing apps, like X or Instagram.—
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The Spirit Resonance is a gift of heavens, a natural talent one is born with.—
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Holt McCallany has been cast in a recurring guest role as the legendary Titan, also known as the Bearer of Heaven, who was condemned by Zeus to hold up the celestial heavens after the last Titan war against the Olympians.—
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In the film, after switching bodies for a day, Tess and Anna reach a nirvana of empathy and understanding.—
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This can be done through a more seamless, predictive human-machine interface while fully engaging the five senses that will foster a nirvana of personal immersion.—
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“Bliss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bliss. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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