as in vigorousness
the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity
the peppiness of the city's music scene in the last year has been encouraging
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as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a peppy and entertaining group of young musicians
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a peppy dance performance
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Recent Examples of peppiness
Laura Jackson, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2025
Whatever that was, its direct opposite is happening in Palmer’s morgue, where Jimmy’s practicing shaking his groove thang to peppy pop for Victoria’s upcoming daddy/daughter dance.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 4 Feb. 2025
As news consumers flee traditional platforms for peppy TikTok videos and political podcasts, media experts are opening up to USA TODAY about TV anchors changing the channel on the format.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
The Atrium does the opposite, hugging the sidewalk, peppy and reassuring.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
How to layer your peppy polo sweaters atop any other elevated wardrobe essential in your arsenal.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2025
Whatever that was, its direct opposite is happening in Palmer’s morgue, where Jimmy’s practicing shaking his groove thang to peppy pop for Victoria’s upcoming daddy/daughter dance.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 4 Feb. 2025
As news consumers flee traditional platforms for peppy TikTok videos and political podcasts, media experts are opening up to USA TODAY about TV anchors changing the channel on the format.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
The Atrium does the opposite, hugging the sidewalk, peppy and reassuring.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppiness
Adjective
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Mariah, an energetic publicity executive in Oregon also described herself as an introverted extrovert, had a passion for self-exploration and chose work different from everyone else in her family.—
Jessie Rosen,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Rather than get stuck in or fooled by the appearance of things, this principle reminded us to sense their energetic underpinnings, such as clarity and intention.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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His crossword is not themed, but the entry is lively nonetheless.—
Deb Amlen,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Located right on the bustling Piazza delle Erbe, Verona’s liveliest piazza built atop the ancient Roman Capitolium, this museum gives new life to a majestic 17th-century palazzo.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Amidst such a torrent of fascist chaos, the brightness and backbone of Real Women Have Curves feel bracing.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
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Sour cream: Complements the cream cheese base and adds some brightness and tang for a dynamic, fresh flavor.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is all part of their mission to make digital mindfulness and wellness accessible to as many people as possible through dynamic content and interactive experiences.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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How will 8 new coaches fare? WNBA to broadcast 4 preseason games nationally for first time as league dynamic changes What to watch in sports this week: Playoffs, Champions League semis and 151st Kentucky Derby James Boyd is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the Indianapolis Colts.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Looney Tunes film, featuring Forte and John Cena opposite an animated Wile E. Coyote, became the most talked about movie in Hollywood in late 2023 when The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that Warner Bros. intended to scrap the movie as part of a $115 million writedown.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Apr. 2025
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Fox’s rollout includes return dates for animated series like Bob’s Burgers and Family Guy, as well as premieres for reality programs including MasterChef (returning for a 15th season dubbed Dynamic Duos) and unscripted newbie The Snake, hosted by comedian Jim Jefferies.—
Rebecca Luther,
TVLine,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Jack and Kate’s problems are more subtle and slow to emerge than the other pairs’; with brisk, half-hour episodes, this sometimes manifests in their tensions being spelled out rather than shown.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
1 May 2025
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Challenge yourself to make the transitions as smooth as possible, picking up the pace toward the end of your walk to seamlessly progress into the run, then dialing it back over the last few seconds of your run to ease back into a brisk walk.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Tailoring Black Style shows the role these pieces played in the definition, development, and exuberance of dandyism.—
Daisy Shaw-Ellis,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Janine’s exuberance and dedication to treating kids (especially Black kids) like a gift instead of an inconvenience is a lesson for us all, particularly since rhetoric toward little humans is increasingly veering past snarky to hostile and inhumane.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In his new role, Jackson will oversee day-to-day operations of the foundation, advise on real-time policy and reform, expand active partnerships and the current network.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
1 May 2025
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Asked whether any sensitive information was compromised by the attack, county spokesman Evan Shields declined comment, citing an active investigation.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
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“Peppiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peppiness. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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