1
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a brisk exercise that many athletes use to warm up
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2
as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
moved at a brisk walk through the exhibit
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3
as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
brisk trading on the stock market
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Recent Examples of brisk
This special lid prevents splashes from brisk walks and works to keep any heat (or cold) from escaping.
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Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Another takes a brisk walk around the block between back-to-back meetings.
—Ashley B. Stewart, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Your cardiovascular system kicks into gear, your blood vessels expand, your heart rate elevates – like a brisk jog without leaving the bench.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 5 July 2025
For someone who is exercising five times a week, that’s about 30 minutes at a time of exercises such as a brisk walk or jog, riding a bike or swimming.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 3 July 2025
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Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Another takes a brisk walk around the block between back-to-back meetings.
—Ashley B. Stewart, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Your cardiovascular system kicks into gear, your blood vessels expand, your heart rate elevates – like a brisk jog without leaving the bench.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 5 July 2025
For someone who is exercising five times a week, that’s about 30 minutes at a time of exercises such as a brisk walk or jog, riding a bike or swimming.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brisk
Adjective
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Yanga features the vibrant colors, lively rhythms, melodic tunes, and bold concepts of Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
18 July 2025
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Visitors are always welcome to join the event for a lively meeting filled with camaraderie, inspiring guest speakers, and a delicious lunch.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
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Excessive drinking, eating, and urinating or weight changes in children: See a provider if your child is suddenly drinking, eating, or urinating more than usual, or if there’s a rapid change in weight.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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Trump had for months resisted pressure from Kyiv and NATO allies to turn the screw on Putin, engaging directly with Russia and distancing from Ukraine in the hopes that smoothing U.S. relations with Moscow would bring about a rapid end to the war.—
Shane Croucher
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Ever since then, it’s been sitting on the shore, beached like a shipwreck, just feet from a busy highway.—
John Carlisle,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Horton said summer is always the busiest, with the program planning several events each month to combat the rise in homicides and violent crimes as the weather warms.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
23 July 2025
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Together, the data reveals different layers of the galaxy's structure and energetic processes, highlighted by bright gold light in the image.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
24 July 2025
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The image of a tiny hamster running endlessly on a spinning wheel has become an iconic part of owning these small, energetic animals.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
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The latest of the spacecraft, known as sounding rockets, most recently made a successful quick trip to space to study one of the most complex regions of the sun's atmosphere following a New Mexico launch.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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Instead, use this time to wind down maybe by stretching, reading, journaling or even doing a quick emotional check-in.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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Netflix’s deal with Ubisoft got underway in 2020 and includes multiple Assassin’s Creed projects, including animated and anime series inspired by the games.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
17 July 2025
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The two animated companions are available to anyone, including Grok users without a paid subscription, but users must opt in through the app’s settings to get access.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Workflows that immediately update KPIs in this way can help make faster, smarter decisions through current, reliable and holistic data.—
Rochelle Thielen,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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One study linked frequent fast food consumption to overweight, abdominal fat gain, inflammation, and oxidative stress.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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Paducah, Kentucky, a UNESCO Creative City, offers a vibrant arts and culture scene, including the National Quilt Museum and numerous art galleries.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 July 2025
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For a pop of color, check out this vibrant multi-colored straw bag that holds all your essentials like your phone, keys, and more without the bulk.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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“Brisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brisk. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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