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be in high spirits



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Holmes appeared to be in high spirits as they welcomed viewers back to ABC’s “GMA3” on the Monday after Thanksgiving.

From Washington Post • Dec. 6, 2022

The little royals appeared to be in high spirits as they were joined by other playmates for the races in the waters around Cowes.

From BBC • Aug. 8, 2019

Still, Wall appeared to be in high spirits in the Wizards’ locker room and throughout the evening.

From Washington Times • Feb. 8, 2019

Be on one’s beanwater: to be in high spirits, feel frisky.

From The Guardian • Sep. 5, 2016

"You seem to be in high spirits, foster-mother," he said.

From Grettir the Strong, Icelandic Saga by Unknown




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