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What is the verb for happiness?

There isn't a single perfect verb for "happiness" in the same way we have verbs like "run" or "eat." However, depending on the context, several verbs can express the idea of happiness:

General Happiness:

* To be happy: This is the most straightforward way to express happiness.

* To feel happy: This emphasizes the emotional experience of happiness.

* To rejoice: This suggests a strong feeling of joy and celebration.

* To delight in: This focuses on the source of happiness.

Specific Actions Associated with Happiness:

* To smile: A physical manifestation of happiness.

* To laugh: A vocal expression of happiness.

* To celebrate: To engage in activities that mark a happy occasion.

* To bask in: To enjoy a pleasurable experience.

* To thrive: To flourish and prosper, often associated with inner happiness.

Figurative Language:

* To radiate happiness: To emanate happiness.

* To glow with happiness: To have a visible sign of happiness.

The best verb to use will depend on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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