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as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the mettlesome opening dance number got the audience all jazzed up
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as in fiery
marked by a lively display of strong feeling
a mettlesome debate on the teaching of evolution in the schools
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Recent Examples of mettlesome
He may have been provoked into battle by the ruler of Cebu, who was using Magellan’s troops to rid himself of a mettlesome chieftain known to raid the trade ships that navigated the waters in and around the islands.
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Tim Carman, Washington Post, 14 Nov. 2022
Tim Carman, Washington Post, 14 Nov. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mettlesome
Adjective
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For the first track, she was backed by an energetic male dance troupe; the second performance was more subdued.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
2 Mar. 2025
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Amaury is a bright, happy, and energetic boy in search of a family.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
2 Mar. 2025
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And a Delta plane flipped upside down in a fiery crash landing at a Toronto airport, injuring 21 people.—
Melissa Chan,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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The relationship between the show’s actual composers and the admirer-pirates has been fiery at times.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For both the animated and live-action cinematic work, the storyboards can help the film team understand how to shoot the scenes, anticipate possible difficulties, and facilitate the actors in understanding their characters and the special settings.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
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The Oscar nominee walked the runway with dramatic, out-to-there lashes that would feel right at home on an animated heroine or villain.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
21 Feb. 2025
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And yet few declared her the front-runner, perhaps because the spirited newcomer was nominated against four industry veterans (Jane Fonda, Sissy Spacek, Kathleen Turner, and Sigourney Weaver).—
Zach Schonfeld,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2025
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Also key is another relationship, as Zellweger brings Southern verve and a bit of eccentricity to a spirited farmer who strikes up a close bond with Kidman's character.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Stripes Everywhere Stripes are having a major design moment, proving that the lively pattern is timeless, versatile, and effortlessly chic.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Mar. 2025
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The High Kings and Mary Black Palmer Auditorium, 270 Mohegan Ave Pkwy., New London A full evening of Irish music with vocalist Mary Black, lively traditional Irish band The High Kings plus Róisín O is being presented by The Kate but held at Connecticut College’s Palmer Auditorium.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Magic fans, players, coaches and management believed Breakout Season had ushered in a new era for the franchise — one where the team was no longer just a spunky upstart but a legitimate playoff contender.—
Mike Bianchi,
Orlando Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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Young, spunky red fruit aromas—some raspberries and red plums with licorice, caramel and some soy.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Your business should excite your customers, frustrate your competitors and animate and motivate your people.—
Jeffrey Russell,
Forbes,
6 Nov. 2024
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Photo : Paul Barnaby Robert Longo photographs animate the entry foyer.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
22 Dec. 2024
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Dr Margie Warrell is a leadership coach, author and keynote speaker who is passionate about helping women lead boldly.—
Margie Warrell,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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And Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos, who has built a passionate following of serious collectors with her Mahnaz Collection of rare jewelry, is now bringing vintage watches into the mix.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Mettlesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mettlesome. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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