high spirits
Americanplural noun
Example Sentences
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But fans remained in high spirits, dancing to the beat of drums, singing patriotic songs and wearing shirts bearing the name of team captain and former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
Not that we should complain about good feelings given that high spirits among the animals we call CEOs can have such a positive influence in enabling new opportunities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 31, 2025
Everyone is usually in high spirits, and the goodwill is high.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 24, 2025
"It might have been offensive had people been asked to dress up like a bride or groom but here it's just a party, we should take it in high spirits," she said.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2025
That evening we rode home in high spirits, the babies fast asleep in the arms of the older children.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
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