1
as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a peppy and entertaining group of young musicians
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a peppy dance performance
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Recent Examples of peppy
The rest of the suite featured peppy tropical decor of teal accent walls, lime curtains, and gold palm frond art prints, and the bedroom was outfitted with a queen-size bed and standalone closet for storage.
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2025
The Atrium does the opposite, hugging the sidewalk, peppy and reassuring.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba — who eventually becomes the Wizard of Oz’s Wicked Witch of the West — was recognized in best actress, as was Ariana Grande in Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of the peppy and morally quandering Glinda.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 12 Dec. 2024
And with plenty of all-wheel-drive electricity on tap, at 700 lb-ft of torque and 480 horsepower, the peppy Mach-E GT platform certainly seemed ripe for a Rally glow-up.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2025
The Atrium does the opposite, hugging the sidewalk, peppy and reassuring.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba — who eventually becomes the Wizard of Oz’s Wicked Witch of the West — was recognized in best actress, as was Ariana Grande in Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of the peppy and morally quandering Glinda.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 12 Dec. 2024
And with plenty of all-wheel-drive electricity on tap, at 700 lb-ft of torque and 480 horsepower, the peppy Mach-E GT platform certainly seemed ripe for a Rally glow-up.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy
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Meanwhile, the longer, bigger flares may occur due to magnetic reconnection events, or when two different magnetic fields collide near the black hole and release energetic particles moving near the speed of light.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
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While the brand is only five years old, Florentina has been quite energetic in putting out 15 collections.—
Ugonnaora Owoh,
Essence,
19 Feb. 2025
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Riverdale In Riverdale, outside Village Hall, there was a lively scene Tuesday afternoon as members of Michael Airhart’s mayoral campaign were ordered to remove their campaign signs from a median.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Around the room’s standing tables and plush, blush-pink lounge seats, friends, castmates, and both new and familiar faces engaged in lively conversation.—
Jamila Stewart,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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And the colorful, textured animation elevated the human story in a dynamic way.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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On the shores of the Atlantic, the region birthed the dynamic Gullah culture and communities of Black fisherfolk who gave America shrimp and grits, crab rice, she-crab soup, and the one-pot wonder Hoppin’ John.—
Cynthia R. Greenlee,
Bon Appétit,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Oscar nominee walked the runway with dramatic, out-to-there lashes that would feel right at home on an animated heroine or villain.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
21 Feb. 2025
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For both the animated and live-action cinematic work, the storyboards can help the film team understand how to shoot the scenes, anticipate possible difficulties, and facilitate the actors in understanding their characters and the special settings.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
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The office campus attracted potential buyers at a brisk pace, according to Newmark brokers.—
George Avalos,
The Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2025
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Remarkably, in a brisk 90-minute play, DeLappe finds ways for every girl to be seen and for each one to be in conflict with at least one teammate, though the goalkeeper #00’s most intense conflict is with her own performance anxiety.—
Jim Higgins,
Journal Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2025
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As well as being the most active stratovolcano in the world, Mount Etna is also Europe’s highest volcano, at about 3,350 meters (almost 11,000 feet) tall.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN,
18 Feb. 2025
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But nondenominational churches tend to be more active in this space, given their relative independence and flexibility, said Jakob King, the minister of administration at Eagle Christian Church.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
18 Feb. 2025
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Your business should excite your customers, frustrate your competitors and animate and motivate your people.—
Jeffrey Russell,
Forbes,
6 Nov. 2024
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Photo : Paul Barnaby Robert Longo photographs animate the entry foyer.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
22 Dec. 2024
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Available in both a cheerful yellow daffodil and a muted pastel lavender, this handbag can add a vibrant statement to your outfit or a subtle pop of color.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Plant was putting them through a cheerful endurance test, but the filmmakers were used to the hunt.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Peppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peppy. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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