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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 perfume opens with invigorating whiffs of black pepper and wild currant, which gives the Bulgarian rose and geranium in the heart notes a peppier edge.
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Esther Newman, refinery29.com, 21 Oct. 2024
The launch was scrappy, to say the least–the kombucha was packaged in kegs, not the peppy, colorful cans the product is known for today.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Between the peppy colors and slinky silhouettes, A-listers embraced warm weather dressing—meaning, no bulky coats or knitwear here!
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Lindsay-Abaire’s book and lyrics and Tesori’s peppy Broadway pop music have a madcap streak that resists ever being maudlin.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
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Esther Newman, refinery29.com, 21 Oct. 2024
The launch was scrappy, to say the least–the kombucha was packaged in kegs, not the peppy, colorful cans the product is known for today.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Between the peppy colors and slinky silhouettes, A-listers embraced warm weather dressing—meaning, no bulky coats or knitwear here!
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Lindsay-Abaire’s book and lyrics and Tesori’s peppy Broadway pop music have a madcap streak that resists ever being maudlin.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy
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This adaptation is especially significant given the energetic limitations of the deep sea; by luring prey rather than actively hunting, the anglerfish minimizes energy expenditure—a critical advantage in a resource-scarce ecosystem.Scott Travers, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Bleachers, the energetic pop band led by Taylor Swift producer Jack Antonoff, played Connecticut a few months ago at the Soundside Festival in Bridgeport, joining that festival when Queens of the Stone Age had to drop off the bill.Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 12 Dec. 2024
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Some areas, such as L.A.’s Fashion District, remain lively, but the inescapable realities of homelessness, mental illness and drug use keep many visitors and businesses away.Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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According to Wolman, there's a lively debate about which Scottsdale location is better.Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
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As Ryan Seacrest counts us down to the ball drop in Times Square, 2025 will be a very dynamic and robust year.Erik Logan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The church was built to house Boston’s growing colonial Anglican community and its interior was much more colorful and dynamic than what visitors see today.Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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This festive attraction features over 6 million dazzling lights and animated displays along a mile-long route.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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But playing José, says Bardem, was not nearly as terrifying, or as traumatic, as the prospect of performing in an animated musical with Spellbound.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Dec. 2024
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Try to get around 30 minutes of moderate activity daily, such as brisk walking, and include muscle-strengthening exercises twice a week.Maggie Aime, MSN, Health, 25 Dec. 2024
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Try making real hot cocoa after a brisk walk around the block, or bake a batch of cookies to share with your neighbors.Erica Jackson Curran, Parents, 25 Dec. 2024
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Ultimately, Newman and Hedgepeth agreed that Hanes Moves would be a huge solution in terms of comfort for their active consumers.Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
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This active engagement can take many forms, from initiating conversations on social media to hosting focus groups and participating in community forums.Brad Anderson, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Toward the end, the story begins to shift perspective, first from Gabriel to his friend June, then to Thornton, and finally to the animate natural world around them.Dennis Zhou, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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While different religions and ancient cultures had described the planet as animate for eons, Lovelock’s contemporaries in the scientific community were more apt to shun this notion, preferring a Darwinian stance that species adapted to their environments, but not vice versa.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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There’s also all-day dining in its cheerful El Hall bistro and bar.John Oseid, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Winter Nights & River Lights (Nov. 22-Jan. 5) This Ohio River pedestrian bridge is bedecked in cheerful twinkling lights for the holidays.Jordan Kellogg, The Enquirer, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Peppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peppy. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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