as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
I don't have the gusto to go on a strenuous hike right now
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Recent Examples of gusto
After a banner day Saturday, Sam Ehlinger continued to play with the freewheeling gusto of his starring days at Texas.
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Luca Evans, Denver Post, 4 Aug. 2025
Probably no one has wailed this role with quite the gusto that Lambert wails it, though many have tried.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Aug. 2025
The show, loosely based on their real-life, decades-long friendship, appeared to showcase Austin with gusto.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
But why are Americans embracing side hustles with such gusto?
—The Hill, 25 July 2025
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Luca Evans, Denver Post, 4 Aug. 2025
Probably no one has wailed this role with quite the gusto that Lambert wails it, though many have tried.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Aug. 2025
The show, loosely based on their real-life, decades-long friendship, appeared to showcase Austin with gusto.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
But why are Americans embracing side hustles with such gusto?
—The Hill, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for gusto
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gusto
Noun
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When beating, whip with vigor using a fork instead of a whisk.—
Megan Zhang,
Saveur,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Gilded Heiress dips into the world of the wealthy, but its primary focus is on the working-class, which Shupe renders with electric vigor in a genre so often dominated by those breathing rarefied air.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As the evening goes on, DJs take over the rooftop, giving the night a festival-like energy against the Fort Worth skyline.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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According to sources at Valdebebas, the teenager has impressed with his energy, tireless running, constant offering for the ball and strong personality.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Gusto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusto. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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