sprightful

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Adjective
  • In this sprightly sequel to the 2018 hit, Harrelson has a blast as a deranged killer who is transformed into the monstrous Carnage, a symbiote as powerful as Venom.
    Tim Grierson, Vulture, 14 July 2024
  • Through a melodic flow of political parlance and an impressive stable of sprightly actors, creator Debora Cahn stages a spirited play about political relationships — and relationship politics — that never feels stodgy or stupefying, despite an ungodly amount of dialogue.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Under the strategic direction of Soleimani, the IRGC’s Quds Force, along with Iraqi Shiite armed groups, began constructing a vital land bridge to transport supplies, weapons, and personnel from Iran and Iraq into Syria.
    Renad Mansour, Foreign Affairs, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Upcoming: November 12th – Wild Hope, Wildlife Corridors, and Citizen Science Learn how citizen scientists and experts are working together to identify and protect vital wildlife corridors, and how you can get involved in conservation efforts.
    Bob Hirshon, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Choose a purifier powerful enough to cycle the air in your space multiple times per hour for best results.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Despite having written a diverse range of books over the years, from a mediaeval crime story to a powerful tale about Alzheimer's, Harvey hasn't received much recognition.
    Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK, theweek, 13 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • That same day, Mars will enter vivacious Leo, energizing your seventh house of relationships and partnerships.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
  • During this time, the vivacious actress go-go danced on such hit music series as Shindig! and Hullabaloo and played a stumbling Statue of Liberty on roller skates in a 1970 summer show at Disneyland.
    Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • An energetic approach to health and wealth will pay off.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Musk has been among Trump’s most energetic supporters.
    David Ingram, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The melodramatic Bea often takes potshots at spirited newcomer Ndidi (the deft Aisha Sougou) over coveted customers in some of the play’s funniest moments.
    Karen D'Souza, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The show's 2024 Halloween edition comes after last year's spirited broadcast, which featured 50 costume changes, from a scene inspired by Ghost to a hybrid of The Golden Bachelor and The White Lotus.
    EW.com, EW.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • The 2024 crime comedy Bad Boys: Ride or Die placed No. 9 on the Netflix U.S. Top 10 Movies chart, while the 2015 animated blockbuster Minions finished at No. 10.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Siblings and Hollywood royalty Anjelica and Danny Huston are teaming on a new project, The Christmas Witch Trial of La Befana, a hybrid animated and live-action feature film that is currently shooting in Los Angeles and Ontario, Canada.
    Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • The Buffs need to find a way to grind out tough yards on the ground, especially late.
    Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Bosa confirmed Wednesday that playing through a hip injury last game was the toughest pain he’s endured in 5 1/2 seasons.
    Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Sprightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprightful. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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