as in vigorousness
the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity
the exuberance of the housing market was an encouraging economic indicator
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Recent Examples of exuberance
Hanson has always been a great fashion photographer, especially good at capturing feminine exuberance, but the span of time that has passed since these pictures were taken now establishes them as bona-fide historical artifacts to boot.
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Jillian Steinhauer, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2025
Hynes’s grateful curatorial instincts (emboldened by appearances from everyone from Daniel Caesar to an ad-lib-lilting Zadie Smith) only further the contemplative-exuberance aesthetic, making Essex Honey his most quietly explosive album.
—Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
The saints’ days are celebrated, the great days of history are celebrated, and they’re celebrated with this sort of enormous exuberance and deep investment that is somehow very, very touching, very embracing, and very inclusive.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Still, a sense of exuberance and communion filled the streets where hundreds joined a brass band parade known as a second line.
—Jack Brook, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
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Jillian Steinhauer, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2025
Hynes’s grateful curatorial instincts (emboldened by appearances from everyone from Daniel Caesar to an ad-lib-lilting Zadie Smith) only further the contemplative-exuberance aesthetic, making Essex Honey his most quietly explosive album.
—Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
The saints’ days are celebrated, the great days of history are celebrated, and they’re celebrated with this sort of enormous exuberance and deep investment that is somehow very, very touching, very embracing, and very inclusive.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Still, a sense of exuberance and communion filled the streets where hundreds joined a brass band parade known as a second line.
—Jack Brook, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exuberance
Noun
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Despite the full moon's brightness, the solar activity could still create a stunning auroral display.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Sprigs of ‘Nagami’ semidwarf kumquats add brightness.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While some people shared Musk’s enthusiasm, others criticized the decision.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Stein, for now, was happy to accept Dodge’s enthusiasm.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Experiencing the vibrancy brought by the Catalan and Genoese hordes that May evening felt like an honour, as did being part of a bouncing Wembley as ‘Three Lions’ emerged as an anthem during Euro 96.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Salt Lake City, Utah Combining the vibrancy of a city with views of the Wasatch Mountains and easy access to outdoor fun, Salt Lake City is an ideal fit for long weekend getaway in the fall.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Whatever post-radical pulse there is left sustaining us in the last 20 years is less about our vitality as a community and more about our successful rebrand into America's hottest commodity.—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
1 Oct. 2025
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Riddick-Tynes’ production highlights the delicate sensitivity of female artistry while amplifying Ray’s uniquely free-spirited vitality.—
Billboard China,
Billboard,
1 Oct. 2025
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Indeed, the backstage energy at the spring 2026 shows brought a liveliness that went beyond the usual hubbub of getting ready while polishing off Pura Vida takeaway in the wee hours before showtime.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
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But the film emphasizes the cast’s very evident liveliness.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Aug. 2025
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Warmer nights can delay the changing colors of leaves or turn down their vibrance, scientists say.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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The blue hues of the shirt and bag add some vibrance to the otherwise neutral outfit, while details like the small knit hat create a contrast that is the perfect blend of modern and classic aesthetics.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
4 Sep. 2025
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Zhang Fan is the series’ animation director.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Showcasing a broad array of artistic avenues and animation styles, this series culminates in the directors roundtable panel, hosted by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
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