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as in fiery
marked by a lively display of strong feeling
the town meeting featured a spirited debate about the proposed ban on skateboarding in the plaza downtown
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a team known for its spirited and in-your-face basketball
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Recent Examples of spirited
Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2025
And yet few declared her the front-runner, perhaps because the spirited newcomer was nominated against four industry veterans (Jane Fonda, Sissy Spacek, Kathleen Turner, and Sigourney Weaver).
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
The concert will open with the lively Polonaise from Eugene Onegin by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a spirited and elegant piece full of Russian grandeur.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
In a spirited panel discussion at Mip London, leading production executives shared insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming content creation while highlighting opportunities for independent producers to gain competitive advantages over traditional studios.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The nearly four-hour ceremony, hosted by Conan O’Brien, featured other memorable moments, including a powerful speech from a first-time acting winner and a series of spirited musical numbers.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2025
And yet few declared her the front-runner, perhaps because the spirited newcomer was nominated against four industry veterans (Jane Fonda, Sissy Spacek, Kathleen Turner, and Sigourney Weaver).
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
The concert will open with the lively Polonaise from Eugene Onegin by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a spirited and elegant piece full of Russian grandeur.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
In a spirited panel discussion at Mip London, leading production executives shared insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming content creation while highlighting opportunities for independent producers to gain competitive advantages over traditional studios.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirited
Adjective
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More than just Flagg’s multidimensional skillset, Gatorade viewed Flagg’s fiery competitiveness as a good fit for the brand.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Right main landing gear collapsed on impact in fiery Toronto plane crash: Preliminary report In total, 70 firefighters and 10 fire trucks responded to the blaze in west London when the brigade was first called at 11:23 p.m. local time Thursday.—
Jack Moore,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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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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Located in the lively South Lamar enclave, Zilker Studios also showcases its designer’s flair for space efficiency.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Embrace the passionate bike culture and explore the city on two wheels (the bike lanes are plentiful and safe).—
Sandra MacGregor,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Expect to feel energized and passionate in your one-on-one connections — whether that’s with a romantic partner, a close friend or a business colleague.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 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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Higher temperatures generally mean more energetic particles and a higher rate of collisions, leading to brighter auroras.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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When he was captured, the suspect had a lighter in his pocket.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
31 Dec. 2024
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Images of the suspect were captured on officers' body cameras, as that person stayed on the scene after the incident, sitting on a nearby bench.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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However, Irene could use the company and her rapport with the spunky Mia warms up a film that’s cool by design.—
Stephen Saito,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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Over the course of just under a decade, the Youngbloods transformed from a tough, spunky New York City bar band (heard on their 1967 debut, The Youngbloods) to mellow, stoner-friendly Marin County Americana predecessors (heard on later albums like Good and Dusty).—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
18 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
Adjective
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For new mothers without medical complications, the experts recommend a combination of activities such as brisk walking, cycling and muscle-strengthening exercises for at least 120 minutes per week—ideally spread over four or more days.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
25 Mar. 2025
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To achieve their signature white color and brisk flavor, the stalks of Asparagus officinalis require a signature treatment: a growing season without a hint of sunshine.—
Yolanda Evans,
AFAR Media,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Spirited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirited. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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