noun
They were of good cheer, considering their predicament
There wasn't much cheer at the pub when we learnt of what had befallen poor Grover
She brought in a little breath of cheer from the outside world
Three cheers for Penelope!
verb
Your friendly note cheered me considerably
Let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth
The crowd cheered for five minutes when Mr Flews stood to speak
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