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Throughout the city, once lively streets have been left frozen, with many businesses forced to shut down temporarily — with some fearing they may have to shutter for good.

They had a market, a gas station, and several churches with lively congregations.

The restaurant has a lively energy, with giant shutters that create an indoor-outdoor vibe and a patio perfect for warm evenings.

From Salon

These people might look like they’re conversing, having lively battles of collegiate wit, stereotypical of an Ivy League institution.

From Salon

But she said her son, who can be lively and full of fun, has always made progress in environments that are "structured, age-appropriate, and where he is surrounded by peers".

From BBC

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

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