hurray

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Definition

An exclamation used to show joy, excitement, or approval, especially when something good happens.

Usage & Nuances

'Hurray' is informal, cheerful, and used mainly in spoken English or writing to mimic excitement. Often at celebrations, group announcements, or when cheering someone. Variants include 'hooray' or 'hurrah.' Rarely used in serious or formal contexts.

Example Sentences

Hurray, we won the game!

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Hurray for the birthday girl!

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The crowd shouted, "Hurray!"

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Three days off next week? Hurray!

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I passed my exam—hurray!

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The kids ran outside yelling, "Hurray!" when school ended.

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