as in lively
in a quick and spirited manner
the two spaniels ran spiritedly into the surf
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Adverb
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Young hunters can also expect pennies, treats and other surprises along the route—enough to keep the afternoon lively.—
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026 -
Close to lively Lower Greenville in the coveted M Streets neighborhood, a five-bedroom modern design awaits at 6215 Llano Ave.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The Grace and Frankie star playfully commented on Barbra Streisand‘s tribute to Robert Redford at the 98th Academy Awards Sunday night.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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The casting director playfully jabbed Anderson in her acceptance speech, referencing the filmmaker's 14 career Oscar nominations without a victory.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Spiritedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiritedly. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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