in high spirits
idiom
: very happy and excited
All the children were in high spirits on the last day of school.
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The audience remained in high spirits, even halfway through the show when the band tested a new track from an upcoming album.
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Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
Be sure to make sure guests can enjoy sips and nibbles by bringing on catering or hiring an on-board staff to keep the cruise in high spirits.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 4 June 2025
The three-time Academy Award nominee appeared to be in high spirits during his outing with de Armas, as evidenced by the large smile on his face.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
The effervescent Jasper tends to her needs lovingly, always in high spirits.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
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Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
Be sure to make sure guests can enjoy sips and nibbles by bringing on catering or hiring an on-board staff to keep the cruise in high spirits.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 4 June 2025
The three-time Academy Award nominee appeared to be in high spirits during his outing with de Armas, as evidenced by the large smile on his face.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
The effervescent Jasper tends to her needs lovingly, always in high spirits.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for in high spirits
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“In high spirits.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20high%20spirits. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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