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as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
a high-spirited crowd loudly cheering the basketball team on
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as in spirited
marked by a lively display of strong feeling
the band struck up a high-spirited march as the President's motorcade approached
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-spirited
Adjective
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Hamilton’s pastor described her as faithful, joyful, ready to help and a great mom, KOB4 reported.—
Sara Schilling,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025 -
The montage also shows travel snaps from 2023, a cozy hug during a snowy getaway in 2024 and a joyful family beach day.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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Whether American retirees have enough savings and benefits to live comfortably in retirement is, however, a matter of spirited debate.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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In a spirited bidding war, Netflix has landed an adaptation of The Secret of Secrets, from author Dan Brown and showrunner Carlton Cuse (Lost, Jack Ryan, Locke and Key), with a series order.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Winning today would not only give way to exuberant celebrations but also open up new opportunities and propel the club into a new era.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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Scenes of the child’s life recall the exuberant innocence of Baker’s The Florida Project.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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Ethan just held onto a plane in mid-air, beat the bad guy, and defeated a god-like artificial intelligence averting the fiery nuclear death of all humanity.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Adding a salt rim elevates your glass, but for a spicy kick, use Halo Del Santo, a cocktail garnish made with salt, fiery chiles and a touch of citrus.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Insects, much like their human counterparts, are more lively in the spring and summer when the weather is warmer.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
20 May 2025
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Book Club with the Rancho Santa Fe Librarians Wednesday, May 28, from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Join us for a lively discussion at the Senior Center of American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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Over the course of their relationship, Geoff had grown close to another of her patients, a spunky boy who eventually died of epidermolysis bullosa, also known as butterfly-skin syndrome, in his 20s.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
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In last week’s installment (read a recap here), opportunity seemed ripe for an epic Joe blindside led by spunky final Vula member Mary.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
13 May 2025
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Come to Mina Penélope’s beautiful property for winemaker Verónica Santiago’s vivacious natural wines and her amber sauvignon blanc.—
Anya von Bremzen,
AFAR Media,
8 May 2025
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But his primary aim is to capture his sister’s joyful and vivacious spirit and interview her friends about her final years.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2025
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Gabriella is a cousin of King Charles through her father Prince Michael's side of the family and a passionate musician who played an advisory role around the musical performances for Kate's Together at Christmas carol service in December at Westminster Abbey.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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It’s been possible, but hard to find Fettercairn from independent bottlers in the United States, and those who seek it out are passionate about it, Boice said.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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“High-spirited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-spirited. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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