springy
adjective
characterized by spring or elasticity; flexible; resilient.
springily
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a word derived from
springy.
Example Sentences
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It's not Garfield's fault: he is a convincingly troubled, inarticulate Peter Parker, a springily athletic Spider-Man, and has awesome hair.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 22, 2012
He stepped forth springily from the wings just before 8:30 p. m., apparently misinformed about the hour of the NBC broadcast, which was 8:45 p. m.
From Time Magazine Archive
Mary V closed her camera and came toward them, walking springily through the sand, looking more than ever like a slim boy in her riding breeches and boots.
From Skyrider by Anton Otto Fischer
He stood over her; but the only comfort he ventured on was to lay his hand on her hair—this wild black hair, which met his fingers springily, with a will of its own.
From Maurice Guest by Henry Handel Richardson
The financier walked happily and springily about the office, chuckling to himself, and Jimmy declared afterward that if they had not been there he would have danced a jig.
From The Radio Boys at Mountain Pass The Midnight Call for Assistance by Allen Chapman
