spunk
Example Sentences
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Fulton said she began to receive “love letters” from fans who admired the character’s spunk.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 20, 2025
Unlike the new kid who’s got spunk and talent, Sonny has the competence to back up his flair.
From Salon • Jun. 30, 2025
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
That’s a shame for star Naomi Ackie, who gamely embodies Houston’s luminous star power, sharp spunk and, later, world-weary disillusionment.
From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2022
Someone with spunk, someone who lets nothing stop her from reaching her dreams.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.