1
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a brisk exercise that many athletes use to warm up
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2
as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
moved at a brisk walk through the exhibit
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3
as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
brisk trading on the stock market
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Recent Examples of brisk
But there was no need: the wind was a brisk but manageable 15 mph, and the fire was contained before dawn with no homes damaged and no one hurt.
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Jon Schuppe, NBC News, 11 Jan. 2025
Moderate exercise may include brisk walking, swimming, cycling, or resistance training (such as weight lifting).
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 6 Jan. 2025
Biden carried a top-handle black purse, wore a set of statement earrings and a pair black sunglasses to wholly complete her attire for the brisk Washington, D.C. weather.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Their brisk, lively, and skeptical history of subversion starts with ancient times, stops off in early modern Europe before moving on to recent centuries, and ends with a look forward.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
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Jon Schuppe, NBC News, 11 Jan. 2025
Moderate exercise may include brisk walking, swimming, cycling, or resistance training (such as weight lifting).
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 6 Jan. 2025
Biden carried a top-handle black purse, wore a set of statement earrings and a pair black sunglasses to wholly complete her attire for the brisk Washington, D.C. weather.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Their brisk, lively, and skeptical history of subversion starts with ancient times, stops off in early modern Europe before moving on to recent centuries, and ends with a look forward.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brisk
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From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death.—
Keyaira Kelly,
refinery29.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Grover Grover is a lively and enthusiastic blue monster who loves exploring and going on new adventures.—
Casey Clark,
Parents,
16 Jan. 2025
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The disease comes in two main forms: dry (more common) and wet, which is when abnormal blood vessels grow under the macula and can cause more rapid vision loss.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
29 Jan. 2025
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Which Other Nations Are Affected by the Recall? Health agencies in Denmark, Portugal, and Romania were alerted by the EU's rapid alert system, which flagged the potential risk of chlorate contamination.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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And the 2025 awards ceremony could turn out to be a pretty busy night for him: Noah is also serving as a producer for the show, and could potentially need to get up and give an acceptance speech as one of this year’s nominees.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
22 Jan. 2025
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This year will also be another busy summer of soccer.—
Melanie Anzidei,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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This fresh and energetic horror movie makes a notable new addition to Soderbergh's storied filmography.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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For such an energetic and vertical player, runs like that one should net him many more.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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The show’s host was quick to point out that Jim Jones was still blushing when speaking of her.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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One way to relieve those symptoms is with a quick walk.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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The animated tennis is only as good as the tennis being played.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Flying high Raspy voiced Pierce Brosnan presented the award along with the animated Mode, who strolled onto the stage and interacted with the actor, who had recently concluded his run portraying James Bond.—
Randee Dawn,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jan. 2025
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Now, Bertuzzi is hardly the fastest guy around, but nobody was catching him on this breakaway.—
Mark Lazerus,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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The batteries add 17 miles of range an hour at that rate, and 86 miles an hour at a 50kW DC fast charger.—
Mark Phelan,
USA TODAY,
22 Jan. 2025
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Here, the curtains seamlessly blend with the existing color scheme, creating a cohesive look while subtly drawing the eye to other vibrant pops of color throughout the space.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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Art is also at the center of the hotel, with a thriving art program spanning across the property’s vibrant lobby, and beyond.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Brisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brisk. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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