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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
Beyond these big questions, the DSA will also trace the step-by-step formation of stars in young galaxies, and observe energetic outbursts from gluttonous black holes.
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Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 June 2026
The latter, in particular, stands out as the record’s most far-reaching track, landing somewhere between the original’s energetic breakcore, umru’s off-the-wall pop maximalism, and username’s new age footwork.
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Benny Sun,
Pitchfork,
17 June 2026
Start small and visible, choosing one brave share or playful demo, because steady, kind action suits your energetic stride today.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Family members described him as energetic but gentle.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 June 2026
The latter, in particular, stands out as the record’s most far-reaching track, landing somewhere between the original’s energetic breakcore, umru’s off-the-wall pop maximalism, and username’s new age footwork.
—
Benny Sun,
Pitchfork,
17 June 2026
Start small and visible, choosing one brave share or playful demo, because steady, kind action suits your energetic stride today.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Family members described him as energetic but gentle.
—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for energetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energetic
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The dynamic Sun in your 9th House of Exploration quincunxes powerful Pluto in your 4th House of Home, so growth calls while roots demand attention.
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That dynamic helps explain why date nights remain a staple of practical relationship advice.
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Similarly, the lively Doyles Irish Pub serves classic pub fare such as wings, a Reuben sandwich, and fish and chips.
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In the evening, Banff’s newest late-night spot, The Dusty Boot Saloon, channels cowboy country motifs through nostalgic saloon energy and a lively dance hall, stage for live music and hidden lounges.
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Pruning can encourage vigorous growth and larger flowers or control the shrub’s shape and size.
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The options reflect a vigorous debate about whether the company can live up to the initial enthusiasm.
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The taxing nature of executive roles, coupled with constant travel, high decision volumes, and immense stress, necessitates robust physical capacity.
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Yet robust economic growth has proved elusive, even as government debt has climbed, leaving successive administrations with little firepower to fix a growing list of related challenges, from crumbling infrastructure to a chronic housing shortage.
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An appearance by Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico sparked the investigation, given his active primary campaign.
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Be sure to stay active and exercise.
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Grey-zone tactics refer to a range of aggressive tactics that vary from navy ship patrols to drone flights, but fall short of direct combat.
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That will be decided in the coming hours, as the Heat remains in aggressive pursuit of a trade for Antetokounmpo.
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Never worry about scrubbing away stains from your pets or children again with this powerful carpet and upholstery cleaner.
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The dynamic Sun in your 3rd House of Communication quincunxes powerful Pluto in your 10th House of Career, creating tension between daily tasks and authority.
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Annecy, which was established as a bi-annual event in 1960 and shifted to a yearly event in 1998, hosts a main competition every year, with roughly 10 or so animated films of all types — from 2D to 3D to stop-motion — competing for the Cristal for Best Feature Film.
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The film features an original score by acclaimed composer Christophe Beck, whose iconic work on Disney’s Frozen and Frozen II has resonated with audiences around the world and helped define a generation of animated storytelling.
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“Energetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energetic. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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