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to give life, vigor, or spirit to
in most instances it's a good idea to enliven a speech with a joke or two
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Recent Examples of enlivened
Edna Bonhomme, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Though Worthy’s spirit enlivened the group — he could be seen dancing and sharing team handshakes with other wideouts during practice this week — the Chiefs also welcomed receiver Rashee Rice back into their meeting rooms.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
The discussion was enlivened by questions from a packed house of students and cinephiles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
But rather than overwhelm the property, these additions have enlivened it, drawing a broader crowd to its idyllic grounds and helping a younger generation connect with the island’s slower rhythms, far from its glitzy beach clubs.
—Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
The moody combination is enlivened with fiery fabrics.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Sophisticated polka dots, gingham, stripes and tartan enlivened the look with color.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Aug. 2025
As the first designer at Dior to lead both menswear and womenswear, Johnathan Anderson continued his vision for the house balancing formality with ease and tradition with modernity enlivened by his signature whimsical flourish.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
By contrast, Accra, the nation’s capital, with its Parliamentary Building and Black Star Square, is enlivened by streams of mellow banter and commerce.
—Edna Bonhomme, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Though Worthy’s spirit enlivened the group — he could be seen dancing and sharing team handshakes with other wideouts during practice this week — the Chiefs also welcomed receiver Rashee Rice back into their meeting rooms.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
The discussion was enlivened by questions from a packed house of students and cinephiles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
But rather than overwhelm the property, these additions have enlivened it, drawing a broader crowd to its idyllic grounds and helping a younger generation connect with the island’s slower rhythms, far from its glitzy beach clubs.
—Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
The moody combination is enlivened with fiery fabrics.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Sophisticated polka dots, gingham, stripes and tartan enlivened the look with color.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Aug. 2025
As the first designer at Dior to lead both menswear and womenswear, Johnathan Anderson continued his vision for the house balancing formality with ease and tradition with modernity enlivened by his signature whimsical flourish.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlivened
Verb
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Puzzle and activity feeders mimic natural hunting behavior and keep cats mentally stimulated.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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The team also hopes to explore whether microscopic scaffolds can guide human cell growth and if the body can be stimulated to complete tissue regeneration once printing begins.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Along with new and revived looks, the new 25th Anniversary Emblem threads through the collection.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The editor at one revived paper said his new owner saw ongoing profitability, while other outlets will be grabbed by publishers motivated by a sense of civic duty.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Since signing to Matador, the band has sharpened its sound into a quirky, exhilarated alt-pop, too uncanny to be dance-punk and too lively to be slacker rock.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
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As Figgis says, instead of crushing Coppola, the dramatic turn of events left him exhilarated.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Despite being a pretty great animated sitcom in its own right, Dispatch will need to quickly start leaning further into its immersive elements to justify its place (and price tag) among a crowded streaming landscape.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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Veneziale’s dad is often responsible for picking up items further afield, such as an animated phantom that had been listed on Facebook Marketplace.—
Laura Kiniry,
Popular Science,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Favorability Ratings Reveal Polarized Electorate All three candidates face underwater favorability ratings, though Mamdani’s supporters remain the most energized.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Oatmeal is a hearty breakfast that keeps you full and energized, but loading it with sugar can do more harm than good.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
22 Aug. 2025
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Each year, Indiana Landmarks releases the list to advocate for the sites in hope of educating people and attracting developers, individuals and organizations to contribute financially and help these buildings find a refreshed purpose.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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It’s helped keep renewed interest in Guthrie’s cultural influence in Tulsa and his hometown of Okemah, 40 miles south.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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Prince Andrew's relationship with Epstein sparked renewed interest in recent weeks.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Enlivened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlivened. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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