spunk

Example Sentences

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Lorelai’s spunk is presented as a secret to her success: Having been a teen mom, she drips with “up by your bootstraps” energy.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2025

She did a good job of bringing Winehouse’s spunk, vulnerability and big-as-her-hair personality to the screen; a scene of her getting emotional in the studio while recording the song “Back to Black” was particularly moving.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2024

Here two dancers costumed as the critters cleverly act the tale, and they continue to devilishly pop up throughout, adding needed fanciful color and spunk.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2024

Indeed, Kansara plays Ria with spunk and a youthful vigor that makes it hard not to reminisce on one's own adolescent years.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2023

During the ride, the girls were somber, almost distant, but Abuelita Remedios was full of spunk.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall