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in good spirits

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  1. Also, in high spirits. Happy, cheerful, as in Jane was in good spirits today. [Early 1700s] However, high spirits also can indicate liveliness and vivacity, as in The children were in high spirits at the prospect of a trip to the circus.


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Christian Eriksen is "in good spirits" following his collapse against Ukraine and is expected to be discharged from hospital soon, says Denmark's national team doctor Morten Boesen.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Footballer Christian Eriksen is in "good spirits" and is expected to be discharged from hospital soon, after he collapsed during an international match between Denmark and Ukraine on Sunday.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“He’s in good spirits and we’re excited to see him today,” Redick said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

But her son is still in good spirits, she said, and has asked her to send him wipes and cookies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

The little kids who live at the home laughed and gave me friendly smiles, but it was hard for me to act like I was in good spirits.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman

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