as in cheerfully
in a cheerful or happy manner
jovially waved good morning to us
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happily
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Best Pottery Barn Outdoor Lighting Deals Adding a touch of lighting to your yard can instantly enhance the mood, and keeps the summertime patio conversations with friends and family happily carry longer into the evening.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025 -
In video footage of his first day back on the job, Freddie behaves confidently, assessing the airport terminal happenings, rising on his hind legs to sniff a mountain of luggage and happily snarfing a treat.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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“Jovially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jovially. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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