chipper

Definition of chippernext

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Recent Examples of chipper And yet, beneath her chipper exterior, Twyla was the darkest resident of Schitt’s Creek. Eren Orbey, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2020 But all of that melts away as Russell's chipper perspective on impending doom lights up with glowing, glossy eyes and a lively, constantly expressive look on his face. Sam MacHkovech, Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2020 Conducting a press call on Wednesday, Zuckerberg, who is normally chipper when announcing fixes to problems, seemed subdued when announcing a series of moves designed to provide coronavirus information, and suppress misinformation, on his platform. Steven Levy, Wired, 20 Mar. 2020 The team writes for the that many of these cues are vocal, like the chipper whistles of dolphins or the haunting songs of humpback whales. Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Feb. 2020 See All Example Sentences for chipper
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chipper
Adjective
  • At a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in 2012, their cheerful father-son bond shines among the crowd.
    Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Eva Chen’s table-and-stool set makes the most of this fleeting chapter with sculptural silhouettes, cheerful colors, and four whimsical stools—each with its own shape—that let everyone claim their own seat.
    Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
Adjective
  • That being said, SPORT explains that Real Madrid are optimistic about getting a deal over the line after agreeing personal terms with the player.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The experts aren’t optimistic about the RAM shortage cooling anytime soon.
    Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • With no bright moon competing against faint meteors, observers under rural skies could see 60 to 100 meteors per hour, while even suburban observers should enjoy a steady stream of shooting stars.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Think jelly sandals, silk scarves and headwraps, blue eyeshadow, bright jewel-tone dresses, or blouses with fun accents like feather cuffs.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026

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“Chipper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chipper. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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