1
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a crowd of zippy children who'd been cooped up all day
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2
as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
she just bought a zippy new computer that should enable her to work more efficiently
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Recent Examples of zippy
This iteration is of no exception, providing zippy performance and a vivid display wrapped in an ultraportable package.
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Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 12 Mar. 2025
This Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 has a zippy AMD processor, a dedicated GPU that will give creative tasks like video editing a boost, and a large 16-inch OLED display that will be easy on the eyes no matter the task.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 9 June 2025
The zippy 800 hp motorboat will be available to rent for a full or half day, with both hotel guests and visitors able to enjoy private jaunts.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Following three ambitious siblings at the turn of the twentieth century, this is a zippy drawing room tale that ventures uptown.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 June 2025
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Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 12 Mar. 2025
This Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 has a zippy AMD processor, a dedicated GPU that will give creative tasks like video editing a boost, and a large 16-inch OLED display that will be easy on the eyes no matter the task.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 9 June 2025
The zippy 800 hp motorboat will be available to rent for a full or half day, with both hotel guests and visitors able to enjoy private jaunts.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Following three ambitious siblings at the turn of the twentieth century, this is a zippy drawing room tale that ventures uptown.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zippy
Adjective
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In February, a lively and well-attended protest march took over the streets of downtown McAllen; a news site compared it to a celebration after a high-school-football victory.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
7 July 2025
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Despite multiple comeback attempts, Miami dropped the series opener to the Milwaukee Brewers, 6-5, in front of a lively crowd of 16,715 fans—many of whom stayed for the postgame fireworks.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 July 2025
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But without affordable renewables (or rapid breakthroughs in nuclear fusion) the electricity to feed all those AI data centers may not arrive in time.—
Christopher Helman,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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In one of the many questions she’s recently had to field about the topic, Williams acknowledged the concerning shift in vibes amid the rapid, unknowable evolution of AI.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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That coherence is a physical, energetic property in one’s mind-body system.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Both Explorer’s Lounge and the Pinnacle Bar are on the quieter side, while Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard have live music and a more energetic vibe, particularly later in the evening.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2025
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The finish is brisk with balanced acidity and a soft texture.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Examples of beneficial exercise include brisk walking, running, or cycling.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2025
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And yet, no animated film has had quite the staying power as Spirited Away, which seems likely to make the overall list’s top ten and featured on the lists of Bryce Dallas Howard, Molly Ringwald, and John Turturro.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
24 June 2025
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But The Times reported that Depp became more animated when talking about his public battles with his ex-wife Amber Heard, which involved two messy, salacious court fights that focused on her physical abuse allegations and his excessive drinking.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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By 1977, the Trans Am’s power had diminished significantly compared to vehicles from the high-output era that came to a quick close following the 1973 oil crisis, one that took the wind out of performance.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
27 June 2025
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The app features guest mode sessions that disappear after use as well as a hidden exit button for quick redirection if an abuser walks into the room.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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The advisory was active for Cabarrus and Rowan counties.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2025
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It's rapidly become one of Europe's most active firms, drawing capital from powerhouses like J. Rothschild Capital Management and MIT, and boasting a portfolio that includes unicorns like $2 billion Mercor and $1.3 billion LinkTree.—
Zoya Hasan,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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California’s budget is not limitless, and a good program should not be measured by how fast it’s depleted.—
Roger Niello,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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Sudden changes in zoning laws can shift the feel of your neighborhood fast, which might affect both charm and resale value.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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“Zippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zippy. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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