Relaxing on the porch of our private villa was sheer bliss.
the godly life she has lived will surely lead to infinite bliss after death
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The great mythologist reminds us that our bliss is part of our suffering.—Big Think, 24 June 2024 Her face became as iconic as Audrey Hepburn’s: those popping eyes, the grin of sheer bliss.—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 19 June 2024 New Orleans boasts a thriving nightlife, delicious culinary options and a vibrancy that puts visitors in a state of bliss.—Essence, 18 June 2024 Meanwhile, mother continues to read, daughter continues to live in a state of bliss.—Hua Hsu, The New Yorker, 16 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for bliss
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English blisse, from Old English bliss; akin to Old English blīthe blithe
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of bliss was
before the 12th century
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