as in lively
in a quick and spirited manner
the boat skipped livelily across the lake
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lively
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The neighborhoods of Alfama and Bairro Alto stay lively late into the night with fado music, good wine, and shared plates.—
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025
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His disdain for Christmas is no match for visits from enchanting ghosts, a lively ensemble of characters, and the music of the season.—
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“Livelily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/livelily. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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