as in lively
in a quick and spirited manner
went about her chores cheerfully and buoyantly
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Recent Examples of buoyantly
The song's interplay between choir and orchestra is buoyantly euphoric, opening a door to bolder, more intentionally progressive and soulful sounds in the country's mainstream.
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Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 May 2025
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 May 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buoyantly
Adverb
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The voice cast from the first installment keeps the film lively.—
Zaki Hasan,
San Francisco Chronicle,
31 Mar. 2026
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Young hunters can also expect pennies, treats and other surprises along the route—enough to keep the afternoon lively.—
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Then there’s the crowns of her pop star, which follow on the heels of the Genovia (Princess Diaries 3) and New York media (Prada) variety, as the actress playfully noted while talking to THR.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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The couple has previously playfully acknowledged their rivalry.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Buoyantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buoyantly. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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