high spirits
a mood of joy, elation, etc.; vivacity.
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How to use high spirits in a sentence
Convivial by nature, he not doubt joined in when others were celebrating, allowing his boisterous high spirits free rein.
What Mozart Really Looked Like: 14 Portraits of the Composer (Photos and Music) | The Daily Beast | February 9, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTDespite the high spirits in the Chirikova campaign, others are skeptical about her chances of winning.
Yevgeniya Chirikova: Russia’s Environmental Activist Turned Politician | Anna Nemtsova | August 23, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTHe seemed in such high spirits and genuinely passionate about what he did.
Tony Scott’s Enduring Legacy, From ‘Top Gun’ to ‘True Romance’ | Marlow Stern | August 20, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTBoth their and my agreements were immediately ratified, and they are in high spirits.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis TrevithickHe was in high spirits at an achievement which was so important to the national impression of his talents and resources.
Usually in high spirits, he often displayed a boyish playfulness that resembled the gambols of a big good-natured dog.
Fifty Years of Railway Life in England, Scotland and Ireland | Joseph TatlowThere was a successful fishing that year, and Jacob Worse was indefatigable and in high spirits.
Skipper Worse | Alexander Lange KiellandAt seven o'clock they turned back to Randulf's little house, in high spirits, and ravenously hungry.
Skipper Worse | Alexander Lange Kielland
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