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
At a Brisk Walking Pace (4 mph) At a brisk walking pace of 4 miles per hour, 10,000 steps (5 miles) would take about 75 minutes, or 1.25 hours.
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Emily Brown, Mph, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
Lightweight yet insulating, these versatile pieces are ideal for layering during outdoor adventures or casual wear in brisk weather.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025
But the first three months of the year are typically quieter due to the city’s brisk temperatures, Desautels said.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
Some new paint jobs are in the works, too, Autocar says, and the car is likely coming in large part due to customer demand, as sales of the last 911 Dakar were brisk.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2025
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Emily Brown, Mph, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
Lightweight yet insulating, these versatile pieces are ideal for layering during outdoor adventures or casual wear in brisk weather.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025
But the first three months of the year are typically quieter due to the city’s brisk temperatures, Desautels said.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
Some new paint jobs are in the works, too, Autocar says, and the car is likely coming in large part due to customer demand, as sales of the last 911 Dakar were brisk.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brisk
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Located in the lively South Lamar enclave, Zilker Studios also showcases its designer’s flair for space efficiency.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The popularity of this area is booming, with creatives and entrepreneurs enjoying the proximity to both nature and a lively community.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2025
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By 540 million years ago, the Cambrian explosion was underway — a rapid diversification of life that saw the emergence of complex multicellular organisms, predatory behavior and the foundations of modern ecosystems.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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These abundant growing vegetables (or fruit?) produce at such rapid speeds that planting them too close together is asking for problems, like stunted growth, plant disease, and a smaller harvest.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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Half of the shark detections occurred during the day, a time when beaches are typically busy with human activity.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Here’s how the night of the murders unfolded, according to court documents: Roommates return home after a Saturday night out After a busy Saturday night out, the roommates returned to the three-story, six-bedroom Moscow house in the early hours of November 13, 2022.—
Taylor Romine,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
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Chamberlin oversaw the spiritual and energetic cleansing of each fragrance during a final ceremonial step.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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According to the team, this behavior is comparable to birds that appear to deliberately use favorable thermal uplifts to reduce the energetic costs of flying.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
26 Mar. 2025
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The Swedish forward was given a quick audition during the Sens’ blowout loss to the Avalanche earlier this week.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Each unit is equipped with stylish sofas, a Lululemon Studio Mirror for quick workouts, beautifully tiled bathroom floors, Grown Alchemist bath products, and even a Marshall Bluetooth speaker for in-room dance parties.—
Jessica Vadillo,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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Looking ahead, Netflix plans to continue integrating major studio films into its library, last October expanding its NBCUniversal deal for animated features and adding U.S. rights to live-action titles from both Universal Pictures and Focus Features.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
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This means that the growing international voting bloc is an Oscar force to be reckoned with for animated feature.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
2 Mar. 2025
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Archway Homes can pay cash and close in as fast as three days.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
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Pros: Faster airflow translates to a faster aircraft compared to one using a ramjet system.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
22 Mar. 2025
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The mix of pastels and vibrant colors adds a pop of personality to even your simplest travel outfits without taking away from the essential support of a good pair of everyday shoes.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Mar. 2025
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For a vibrant accent, opt for one covered in lemons or a neutral-toned pineapple print — both of which are also on sale.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Brisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brisk. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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