as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
we arrived at the Christmas party to find everyone already in a festive mood, perhaps owing in part to the punch
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Recent Examples of festive
The two actors, who starred as father and daughter in the 2009 film Everybody's Fine, discussed parenthood while having a festive reunion on The Drew Barrymore Show on Tuesday, March 25.
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Jack Smart, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Seasonal decorations Seasonal decorations, like holiday lights, wreaths, and festive knick-knacks are best stored in the attic or basement rather than your bedroom closet.
—Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
Panels of silk lamé and chiffon paired with crystals and long, feather-like sequin embellishments might seem party-aesthetics only, but paired with a white tee and sandal, this slip skirt is everyday festive.
—Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2025
Other key trading periods that once sustained the market throughout the year — mid-summer, the National Day holiday in October, and the year-end festive season in December — have slumped since the pandemic, Pow adds.
—Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Mar. 2025
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Afterwards, the trap would have released the insect, to go on their merry way.—
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Personal differences, school commitments, and career opportunities threaten to permanently break up the merry band of role-players.—
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Instead of its usual jolly cartoons, the channel began broadcasting footage of Russian military parades accompanied by music of the Russian nationalist singer Oleg Gazmanov.—
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The same jolly collection also returns to the Top Streaming Albums chart for another year.—
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Suddenly, everyone’s wardrobe is far more cheerful, nature is blooming in every corner, and our favorite brands begin unveiling fresh colorways inspired by the season’s change.—
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The Many Faces of Organizational Silence Toxic positivity isn't just about being excessively cheerful.—
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“Festive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/festive. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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