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as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
finally found true happiness as a doctor in a poor rural area
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as in fitness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the striking happiness of the phrase "fatal attraction" as the title for an erotic thriller
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Recent Examples of happiness
But in her new memoir Free: My Search For Meaning (March 25), Knox writes of letting go of trying to control her narrative — and instead trying her best to give back, embrace happiness and love and even find forgiveness.
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Gillian Telling, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Enjoy the planning, and remember to keep happiness and love at the heart of your celebration, and don’t get too wrapped up in that Instagram-perfect shot.
—Elisa Cinelli, Parents, 21 Mar. 2025
By quantifying happiness, the report ranks countries based on subjective well-being and explores influencing factors, aiming to guide policymakers and promote global well-being.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
Stephanie Harrison is the founder of The New Happy, an organization advancing a new philosophy of happiness.
—Stephanie Harrison, Contributor, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2025
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During a press conference moderated by Variety, Pascal noted that his scenes with Luna were a joy to play after being separated for much of season 1.—
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The world would bloom with new energy, novel ideas, and joy.—
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Perhaps the setup for Maryland basketball is mostly fine, and the chief takeaway is simply that university administrators can’t be complacent about their coach’s contentment given the financial and competitive complexities of modern college basketball.—
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Some expats living in the Nordic region have argued that ‘contentment’ is a better word than happiness for what this report measures—a steady, deep sense of satisfaction with one’s life than fleeting joy.—
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That’s why fitness instructor and tv personality Amanda Kloots launched Proper, a collection of convenient (just add water) and nutrient-dense powders targeting different needs.—
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There were 188 participants in fitness programs and 185 in nutrition programs last year.—
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The deck space is bliss for morning coffee moments, and the firepit is begging for s’mores.—
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Jim Halpert and Pam Beesly may have one of the most memorable — and relatable — love stories in television history, but the couple’s ultimate bliss took nine seasons to get there.—
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This behavior not only disrupts the performers' experience but also detracts from the enjoyment of other attendees.—
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There are no limits to the enjoyment these Tawny Ports can bring.—
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Contacted about these military criminal charges and his 2019 court-martial, Nelson downplayed their relevance to his life now.—
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The intersection of crayons and cannabis culture showcases the evolving nature of art and societal trends, reflecting how traditional tools can find new relevance in contemporary contexts.—
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In fact, scientific research has found that helping others, even acts like donating money, especially during times of crisis — reduces negative emotions like pessimism and increases overall life satisfaction.—
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Hints are everywhere that consumer satisfaction has waned.—
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Studies need a bare-minimum number of data points, and if the target number of participants fails to complete a trial, researchers might not be able to calculate anything about the interventions’ usefulness or safety.—
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But questions about the efficacy and usefulness of its consumer products have followed it almost from the start.—
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“Happiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happiness. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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