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as in dynamic
having active strength of body or mind
a lifelong fitness fanatic, he remained energetic well into his 80s
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
trying to find the right music for an energetic aerobics routine
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as in vigorous
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
the salesperson gave us an energetic sales pitch, talking excitedly about the amazing features of this year's cars
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Recent Examples of energetic
The Australian shepherd is a highly intelligent, energetic herding breed known for its agility, loyalty, and striking merle coat patterns.
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The 21-year-old and his professional partner Witney Carson completed an energetic, free-flowing performance with smiles glued to their faces.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
Both the jitterbug and Lindy Hop (which is often referred to as the granddaddy of the swing era dances) are lively, energetic swing dances that involve quick spins, sharp footwork and pure joy between a pair to a booming live band playing.
—Alexa Stone
updated October 21, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2025
Jones plays Sally, the energetic and proud executive assistant to the Director of the California DMV.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2025
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The 21-year-old and his professional partner Witney Carson completed an energetic, free-flowing performance with smiles glued to their faces.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
Both the jitterbug and Lindy Hop (which is often referred to as the granddaddy of the swing era dances) are lively, energetic swing dances that involve quick spins, sharp footwork and pure joy between a pair to a booming live band playing.
—Alexa Stone
updated October 21, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2025
Jones plays Sally, the energetic and proud executive assistant to the Director of the California DMV.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for energetic
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The rapid advances of AI and the ceaseless scheming of cybercriminals and hackers make cyber startups one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors of the tech industry, Chahal says.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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Usually, nothing happens, because that’s the beauty of us everywhere, there’s the same story, just the decorum changes and the dynamic changes.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
30 Oct. 2025
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The question of how to manage Indiana's forests sparks some of the livelier and more contentious debates among local environmentalists.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
29 Oct. 2025
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Inside a converted warehouse (complete with an outdoor patio), the lively, family-friendly taproom serves creative small-batch brews, drawing a steady mix of locals and visitors.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
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Key Takeaways While general guidelines suggest 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous cardio weekly, those aiming for weight loss may need up to 250 minutes or more.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
28 Oct. 2025
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The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least two-and-a-half hours per week of moderate-intensity physical activity, or one-and-a-half hours per week of vigorous activity, or a combination of both.—
Dr. Cyrus Mowdawalla,
ABC News,
27 Oct. 2025
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Red Seat Ventures, which acts as Tubi Media Group’s in-house creator services company, has a robust business around true crime, with podcasts from Chris Hansen (of To Catch a Predator fame) and Nancy Grace among its clients.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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Concerns have also been raised about the safety and responsibility of keeping parks open without having a robust number of employees available to conduct critical services.—
The NPR Network,
NPR,
30 Oct. 2025
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But most deer versus vehicle crashes are the result of breeding season, when bucks are active and increasing their movement.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Oct. 2025
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According to the survey, active news consumers tended to be older, left-leaning viewers of cable news.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Dallas Cowboys and team owner Jerry Jones have been very interested in the idea of getting aggressive ahead of the upcoming NFL trade deadline.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Unlike their alligator cousins, which are known to occasionally attack people, American crocodiles are shyer and less aggressive.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
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Day Vacuum Deals Refreshing your space should always start with a deep cleaning, which requires a powerful vacuum.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Vinicius Jr ranks as the fourth-fastest player in La Liga per SkillCorner’s PSV-99 metric so far this season, while both Federico Valverde and Alvaro Carreras are powerful off-ball runners out wide.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Awards were given out across 33 categories, with winners in the narrative, documentary, and animated shorts categories achieving Oscar eligibility.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Despite being a pretty great animated sitcom in its own right, Dispatch will need to quickly start leaning further into its immersive elements to justify its place (and price tag) among a crowded streaming landscape.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Energetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energetic. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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