overjoyed
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Eric Otjen, vice president of animals and conservation for SeaWorld San Diego, said the team there “is overjoyed to welcome the belugas to San Diego,” according to Fox 5 San Diego.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
"We were astounded and overjoyed, actually," Haigwood said.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 13, 2026
"As we say, this is our victory. I cannot begin to describe how overjoyed I am to see how my progress has been received by the Filipino people."
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
“Usha and the baby are happy and healthy, and our kids are overjoyed to meet their little brother,” they said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
Soon afterward, the King announced a grand celebration in the City during Yule that winter, and Lady Isobel was overjoyed, for Ana was well ready to find a husband.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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