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lively

[lahyv-lee] / ˈlaɪv li /


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At the time, it was swimming in a lively group of nine adult whales.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

Their songs weave in Irish lilting, set against a lively mix of drums, fiddles, flutes, harps, banjos, cello and concertina - skills honed over years of playing house parties, pub céilís and traditional festivals.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

These are paired with the organic wooden sculptures of Claudia Comte, the curvaceous surfaces of which echo the lively plants of Matisse’s cut-outs, and touching bronzes by Geles Cabrera.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

He plays second base for the lively Savannah Bananas, so dancing is already part of his job description.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

At night and on weekends, there were often lively discussions around her kitchen table, sometimes with friends—mostly Jewish intellectuals.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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