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Recent Examples of sparky Mellow wisps of cinnamon acquire the snappy, sparky heat of Red Hots. Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 6 Aug. 2023 To be the dramatic focus of attention in a potentially sparky environment, like the old days. wsj.com, 4 May 2023 Mamie is as sparky and vibrant as her flaming red hair, the kind of Auntie Mame relative all of us crave. Priscilla Gilman, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparky
Adjective
  • Whatever the reason, pop the top and embrace this energetic, aromatic, and balanced to the very last drop.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
  • While the mood throughout the night was mostly energetic and festive, a few speakers took aim at Trump's policies.
    Axios, Axios, 3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • If the fashion on the sidelines wasn't enough to hype up attendees, a lively dance performance to kick off the runway show did the trick.
    Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
  • That judgment works for me, but of course in their lively custom NR readers should feel free to improve my understanding of the matter in the comments section.
    Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Unlike many children’s TV shows, the animated CoComelon doesn’t feature celebrity cameos—but CoComelon Classroom does.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Feb. 2025
  • The longer answer: Yes, animated shows do have some analogous production techniques to the live-action bottle episode.
    Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • As well as being the most active stratovolcano in the world, Mount Etna is also Europe’s highest volcano, at about 3,350 meters (almost 11,000 feet) tall.
    Billy Stockwell, CNN, 18 Feb. 2025
  • But nondenominational churches tend to be more active in this space, given their relative independence and flexibility, said Jakob King, the minister of administration at Eagle Christian Church.
    Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Your business should excite your customers, frustrate your competitors and animate and motivate your people.
    Jeffrey Russell, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Photo : Paul Barnaby Robert Longo photographs animate the entry foyer.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Bundle up, lace up your hiking shoes, and enjoy a brisk hike through Lyonia Preserve.
    Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
  • So grab your favorite blanket, curl up and enjoy the brisk beauty of the outdoors.
    Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Available in both a cheerful yellow daffodil and a muted pastel lavender, this handbag can add a vibrant statement to your outfit or a subtle pop of color.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Plant was putting them through a cheerful endurance test, but the filmmakers were used to the hunt.
    Steve Appleford, SPIN, 17 Feb. 2025

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“Sparky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparky. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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