sprightly

Example Sentences

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This delightful production, directed with a sprightly touch by Robert Falls, who led the Goodman for 35 years, glitters with the incisive wit that was a hallmark of Mr. Greenberg’s writing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

The legs have not looked as sprightly as they once did.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

Teenage star Yamal underwhelmed in last week's defeat by Real Madrid after coming back from a groin issue, but looked more sprightly against Elche.

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

The current Senate Democratic leader, Chuck Schumer, is a sprightly 74.

From Salon • Aug. 9, 2025

Little Hamlet is a sprightly child with his father’s dark hair and Gertrude’s gray eyes.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein