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
That reliable iron lump brings the 5,000-pound car to 60 mph from a standstill in about 10 seconds, not so brisk a pace as to blow off a bad hairpiece.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
In March, a three-bedroom went for $6.62 million, slightly over the asking price (not a common occurrence in co-ops), and in 2023 architecture critic Paul Goldberger sold his four-bedroom there in a little under five months, which is considered brisk in the world of co-op sales.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 13 Aug. 2025
Activity: Adults should aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity, like brisk walking, per week.
—Karen Berger, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2025
Even moderate activity, like a daily brisk walk, can improve digestion.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
In March, a three-bedroom went for $6.62 million, slightly over the asking price (not a common occurrence in co-ops), and in 2023 architecture critic Paul Goldberger sold his four-bedroom there in a little under five months, which is considered brisk in the world of co-op sales.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 13 Aug. 2025
Activity: Adults should aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity, like brisk walking, per week.
—Karen Berger, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2025
Even moderate activity, like a daily brisk walk, can improve digestion.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brisk
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From intimate evenings at home to lively dinner parties, Wine Chips make every sip more memorable.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Aug. 2025
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Having been friends and collaborators for over two decades, the group's conversations are lively and filled with excited interjections, ultimately leading to agreement.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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The tiny birds, named for the rapid beat of their wings, arrive in the Midwest each spring before making their way south again as the weather begins to cool.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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To the consternation of some local residents and environmentalists, the rapid growth of Starbase has wiped out the small and eclectic community that existed here.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
21 Aug. 2025
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Getty Images Swifties have been busy celebrating Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce, but one group of fans—the Gaylors—haven’t taken the news so well.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The 2025 college football offseason was busy for the Louisville Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats.—
Ray Padilla,
The Courier-Journal,
28 Aug. 2025
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The resulting text has an energetic momentum and an almost cinematic quality.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Aug. 2025
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While extroverts often perform best in collaborative, energetic spaces, introverts frequently do their most thoughtful work in quieter, less stimulating settings.—
Jennifer Kamara,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Here's a quick look at Cox plan options in Phoenix, based on the ZIP code 85014: Cox Fast: Starts at $50 per month for download and upload speeds of 300/30 Mbps for 24 months.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Resale prices of Singapore's public apartments — which house nearly 80% of residents — rose 9.6% in 2024, quicker than the 4.9% in 2023, data from the country's Housing Development Board showed.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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As one of several interactive experiences, guests will be able to spin a 3D prize wheel with Luigi, Lavazza’s animated robot, for a chance to win keepsake merch and coffee prizes.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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An animated CoComelon film from Universal Pictures is in the works for release the same year.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Aug. 2025
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Polar bears rely on fast ice as a platform for hunting seals.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Lawmakers responded with reforms that included faster payroll tax increases, a gradual rise in the retirement age, and taxation of some Social Security benefits.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
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As a city known for its tech industry and vibrant communities, Seattle has attracted several national and regional internet providers.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Inspired by vibrant Spanish style and the timeless elegance of London, Mi Bolsa blends artsian craftsmanship with premium materials to create pieces that are both easy-going and in vogue.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Brisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brisk. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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