1
as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
pillows made with springy foam that bounces right back
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2
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
walks with a springy step
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Recent Examples of springy
With nine different colors to choose from, adding a splash of sunny yellow, calming blue, or springy sage green to your space is so simple.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Don't get too springy yet — winter weather is coming for many Americans this weekend.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
The bright blue is also springy and sweet for Easter.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
If there's a beloved family dish that must grace table, feel free to add it to this springy lineup featuring a quiche (pictured), hearty pasta bake, and deviled eggs, of course!
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Don't get too springy yet — winter weather is coming for many Americans this weekend.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
The bright blue is also springy and sweet for Easter.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
If there's a beloved family dish that must grace table, feel free to add it to this springy lineup featuring a quiche (pictured), hearty pasta bake, and deviled eggs, of course!
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for springy
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Despite its grandeur, over the centuries the palace proved to be a flexible structure, capable of accommodating additions, splits, partitions, changes of ownership and use.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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After all, supportive sneakers for walking through a city, flexible pants for long-haul flights, and versatile pieces that can be worn multiple times throughout a trip are essentials on any packing list.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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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
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Made with a stretch cotton French terry material, the half-zip is soft on the inside while maintaining its chic, cropped exterior.—
Madison Yauger,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Denim veteran Piero Turk plugged into his roots in Italian luxury with garments that utilized the comfort of stretch denim without fitting tight on the body.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Apr. 2025
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Host Jennifer Lopez opened the show with an energetic dance number to a medley that included a mashup of songs by Beyoncé, Eilish, Shaboozey, Chappell Roan and more.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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Rod Stewart, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, closed out the evening with an energetic performance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
26 May 2025
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Moreover, these plastic threads less than 5 millimeters long, are released in billions with every laundry cycle.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The research center has noted that seasonal shifts have impacted Lake Tahoe’s clarity, wildfires in recent years have hurt the region’s water sources and plastic pollution has become an issue in the lake.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The newcomer enrolled in tap classes, and trained fastidiously with associate choreographer Rachelle Rak, figuring out how an animated siren might walk and stand.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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This is her opportunity to step up into a more prominent role, and the quiet ONO is disappearing in favor of this, more animated and aggressive version.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
18 May 2025
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This futuristic-looking pod on legs has a rubbery bottom for litter, a weight detector that sets off the cleaning cycle a few minutes after your cat has done its business, and a slide-out tray in the bottom.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids—benign firm, rubbery growths on the uterus—affect up to 80% of people who get periods.—
Ashley Abramson,
SELF,
7 May 2025
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Moreover, for active and retired military members, a 10% military discount is available year-round.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Over the last 20 years, more coaches (16) have finished with worse records (excluding active coaches) than with improved records (13) in their second-chance campaigns, according to NHL Stats.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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“Springy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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