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brisk

adjective as in fast-moving; active

adjective as in chilly, refreshing (weather)

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Nearly 50 miles southeast, about 50 Republican canvassers fueled up on coffee and doughnuts, united over the brisk weather and annoyance about Newsom’s attempt to redraw California’s congressional districts.

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Still, brisk demand for semiconductors helped stretch the streak of export growth to a fifth straight month.

The brisk timeline offers SpaceX an edge in securing work on the project because the company can manufacture and launch satellites more quickly than rivals, according to government and industry officials.

The Agriculture Department projects the U.S. crop this year will surpass 11 billion pounds—nearly all picked by hand in brisk fall air.

The NHS recommends 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, like brisk walking, ideally spread out evenly across the week.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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