lively
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O’Bryant’s edit is lively and sparkling, bringing a certain element of humor while also demonstrating in montages the desperation that leads Niki down this path.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The viewer wants the punches, kicks and knockouts, maybe with a few jokes peppered in to keep things lively.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Hannah Abbo’s vivid drawings reflect the lively energy of these ever-changing marine habitats and the marvelous creatures who live there.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
At the time, it was swimming in a lively group of nine adult whales.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
“He is just what a young man ought to be,” said she, “sensible, good-humoured, lively; and I never saw such happy manners!—so much ease, with such perfect good breeding!”
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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Vocabulary lists containing lively
Mr. Popper’s Penguins
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"One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia, List 2
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