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verve

[vurv] / vɜrv /


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Mr. Stephens writes with vigor and verve, and he refrains from flaunting the expertise he clearly possesses.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stokes has also had a mixed tour as skipper, lacking his trademark tactical verve.

From BBC

Despite the verve and love each “Rings of Dissent” contributors have in their essays, they don’t romanticize it.

From Los Angeles Times

This is in stark contrast to Butler, who displays all the verve and conviction of a bona fide rock star.

From Los Angeles Times

"The makers of this musical sequel have delivered a film that surpasses last year's box-office smash in verve, ambition and emotional ache."

From BBC