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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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Eugene Mirman appears to be in good spirits after being injured in a fiery car crash.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 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 Spaniard appeared in good spirits as he posed for pictures with the medics and race marshals.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

“The injured sergeant is in good spirits, and we are supporting him and his family in every way we can.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

They are in good spirits, and I wonder if they’ve found gold already.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone

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