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Adjective
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Her voluminous silhouettes take up space and demand to be noticed, as do her sprightly florals or upbeat silky pastels.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024 -
For the track, Kendrick jumping jacks over a track that turns a Debbie Deb classic into a sprightly hyphy anthem.—
Peter A. Berry,
Variety,
24 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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His floor-spacing (42.2 percent from 3 since December) is vital for a bad shooting team.—
Kelly Iko,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Government policies and tax credits are vital for making solar more accessible for low-income households.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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So, in the interest of focusing on leisure rather than work, today’s deal is a powerful gaming rig that punches way above its weight with a $200 discount.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PCMAG,
22 Jan. 2025
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The most powerful country in the world versus the most vulnerable people in the world.—
Letters to the editor,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This vivacious transit — igniting your socially conscious 11th house of friendship, community affairs and future aspirations — invites you to make new connections and focus on your long-term goals.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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Van Kampen, who was often vivacious and had a lively sense of humor, was beloved by those who came into her orbit.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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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This fresh and energetic horror movie makes a notable new addition to Soderbergh's storied filmography.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The track resonates with Belinda’s crystalline vocals, dynamic guitar riffs, and spirited trumpet interplays, while Tito’s distinctively gruff delivery adds grit to their musical escapade.—
Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
17 Jan. 2025
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Shakers Bar & Grill serves delicious fish and barbecued meats to a spirited mix of locals and tourists on the patio of a traditional wooden house.—
Patrick Scott,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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Though not nearly as consequential as Dallas losing Dončić, Minnesota took a tough blow Monday — Donte DiVincenzo will be out indefinitely due to a toe injury.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Last year was a tough one for job seekers, who on average were unemployed for 23.3 weeks in December, up from 19.4 in December 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.—
Maria Gracia Santillana Linares,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Sprightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprightful. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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