overjoyed
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Overjoyed, he and Faqiri, 26, began planning their move.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025
Overjoyed in the moment, Panthers teammates Marc Staal and Aaron Ekblad gave each other a big hug on the bench.
From Seattle Times • May 31, 2023
Overjoyed Bills fans won’t soon forget his role in that.
From The Guardian • Jan. 4, 2018
Overjoyed, Butler and Hertel rushed to reclaim him and administer aid.
From Washington Times • Apr. 26, 2016
Overjoyed, I ran home and babbled the news.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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