as in brightness
the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity
the animation of any city depends upon an abundance of street-level restaurants, shops, and places of entertainment
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Recent Examples of animation
Directed by Toyoo Ashida, this is an admirably to-the-point action-horror hybrid boasting unbelievable animation, while deftly keeping a trick or two up its sleeve.
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
This dystopia is entrancing on-screen, thanks to meticulous animation; the film is rightfully considered one of the medium’s most impressive feats.
—The Atlantic Culture Desk, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
The theme allows users to toggle spooky overhead lights on and off, play custom Halloween music and choose from several different Halloween animations that display on all interior screens (for 2025+ models).
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
While 2023's Volume 2 widened Visions' lens to include animation studios from all over the world, this new season returns to Japan's anime tradition, with some shorts serving as follow-ups to past hits and others exploring the Star Wars galaxy in totally different (and often shocking) ways.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
This dystopia is entrancing on-screen, thanks to meticulous animation; the film is rightfully considered one of the medium’s most impressive feats.
—The Atlantic Culture Desk, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
The theme allows users to toggle spooky overhead lights on and off, play custom Halloween music and choose from several different Halloween animations that display on all interior screens (for 2025+ models).
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
While 2023's Volume 2 widened Visions' lens to include animation studios from all over the world, this new season returns to Japan's anime tradition, with some shorts serving as follow-ups to past hits and others exploring the Star Wars galaxy in totally different (and often shocking) ways.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for animation
Noun
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The dust reflects light, thus boosting the brightness of the comet.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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The space also integrates light sensors that adjust brightness according to rain or shine, a nod to the natural world that is part of the brand’s outdoor heritage.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Indeed, the backstage energy at the spring 2026 shows brought a liveliness that went beyond the usual hubbub of getting ready while polishing off Pura Vida takeaway in the wee hours before showtime.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
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But the film emphasizes the cast’s very evident liveliness.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In part because Dowdle answered for his own exuberance, and in part because Bryce Young saved his best for last, the Carolina Panthers still recorded a historic win over the Green Bay Packers, the most improbable of their four wins in the past five games.—
Luke DeCock,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Nov. 2025
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Such ideological exuberance was obviously unsustainable, which was Davis’s main point.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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They are sealed with a glossy, water-resistant coating to ensure color vibrancy and durability.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Nov. 2025
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That is important to give a community life and vibrancy.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their products contain the proprietary Goddess molecule, which is meant to strengthen the natural structure of hair, defend it against environmental and chemical damage and preserve its long-term vitality.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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In other words, the unique vitality of our homegrown production ensures a healthy, resilient, and dynamic environment for international shoots, with consistently high activity levels regardless of market fluctuations.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Warmer nights can delay the changing colors of leaves or turn down their vibrance, scientists say.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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The blue hues of the shirt and bag add some vibrance to the otherwise neutral outfit, while details like the small knit hat create a contrast that is the perfect blend of modern and classic aesthetics.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This layer is essential for delivering stable voltage readings, preventing the formation of water layers, and enhancing overall sensor robustness.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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That begins with intellectual robustness.—
Nicholas Dirks,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Animation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/animation. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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