as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
oozing charm, the jaunty dance instructor literally swept the women off their feet
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Recent Examples of jaunty
As practical as a basic, its jaunty neckline, epaulettes, and short-in-front, long-in-the-back silhouette provides a bit of dressiness that will take it to places slightly more glamorous than the office.
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airmail.news, 8 Mar. 2025
Then, right on cue, the score picks up with a jaunty tune, signaling that, like Ivano, we’re not supposed to dwell too much on what just happened.
—Beandrea July, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
The contemporary update, though, was the jaunty length of the pants.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2025
Silk Scarf $15 at Amazon I love how versatile a simple silky scarf can be, from a hair tie to a jaunty bag accessory or neckerchief.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025
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airmail.news, 8 Mar. 2025
Then, right on cue, the score picks up with a jaunty tune, signaling that, like Ivano, we’re not supposed to dwell too much on what just happened.
—Beandrea July, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
The contemporary update, though, was the jaunty length of the pants.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2025
Silk Scarf $15 at Amazon I love how versatile a simple silky scarf can be, from a hair tie to a jaunty bag accessory or neckerchief.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaunty
Adjective
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Yanga features the vibrant colors, lively rhythms, melodic tunes, and bold concepts of Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
18 July 2025
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Visitors are always welcome to join the event for a lively meeting filled with camaraderie, inspiring guest speakers, and a delicious lunch.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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Netflix’s deal with Ubisoft got underway in 2020 and includes multiple Assassin’s Creed projects, including animated and anime series inspired by the games.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
17 July 2025
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The two animated companions are available to anyone, including Grok users without a paid subscription, but users must opt in through the app’s settings to get access.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Together, the data reveals different layers of the galaxy's structure and energetic processes, highlighted by bright gold light in the image.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
24 July 2025
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The image of a tiny hamster running endlessly on a spinning wheel has become an iconic part of owning these small, energetic animals.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Making a brisk morning walk in the sun part of your daily routine can be a grounding, enjoyable experience.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
23 July 2025
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When measuring the nation's collective fitness, the good news is Americans are more likely to take a brisk walk, play pickleball or lift weights.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Character models in the distance no longer animate at a lower frame rate than those in the foreground.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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No matter its age and despite its survival being dependent on machines, just like its mother, the fetus is entirely animate.—
Lindsey Breitwieser,
The Conversation,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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The debate over whether Louisville is a Northern or Southern city has been active for centuries, and the Gateway to the South nickname seems to have stoked the flames.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
24 July 2025
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In the three years since the playoffs expanded, teams have remained active on the trade market.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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The track, which also prominently features Anuel AA and Ñengo Flow, is filled with racy and at times ludicrous double entendres which create an intoxicating romp, driven in turn by a bouncing and infectious rhythm.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
22 Nov. 2022
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But all of that is inflected through another sensibility, one that was emerging, or reëmerging, in the mid-nineties: an almost folky softness; bouncing, hummable melodies; raw beauty for its own sake.—
Craig Morgan Teicher,
The New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2022
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“Jaunty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaunty. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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