feisty
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What’s more, Mitchell’s film is feisty and unpredictable, always managing to stay one step ahead of the viewer.
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2026
Over the years, Panettiere became beloved for her feisty performances in television shows such as “Heroes” and “Nashville,” which earned her two Golden Globe nominations for her turn as country singer Juliette Barnes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
As of Thursday, she was in critical condition and receiving intensive care, though she’d regained some of her feisty energy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
She described Widdecombe as "a very fun and feisty woman who spoke her mind".
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
She's feisty, and enjoys picking fights, like me.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
When I want something a little feistier and more savory, to quickly layer onto a pizza or lasagna or eggplant parm — especially when I have no time at all — Heidi's is it.
From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2022
The measure was among several heated proposals pushed forward this year by the House of Representatives, the feistier, larger chamber.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 8, 2018
Very recently, Mr. Fallon’s political material has gotten a bit feistier.
From New York Times ● Feb. 22, 2017
Thursday night at the Valley Performing Arts Center in Northridge, however, a smaller and far feistier orchestra, wild Up, paid the birthday boy electrifying and uniquely L.A. notice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2017
The kid on the other tire looked feistier than her pal.
From "Fourth Grade Rats" by Jerry Spinelli
The quarter-final between Cornet and Collins will feature two of the feistiest players on the women's tour, with both known for being expressive on court.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2022
At 5 feet 7 and 150 pounds, 17-year-old senior Robert Sarmiento of San Pedro is the feistiest, most exciting football player in the City Section.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2021
Check out some enduring trends showcased by each of Miami’s feistiest citizens.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 16, 2020
Jamie Florio, 29, said doctors and nurses told her that although Connor was the smallest baby they’d ever seen, he was also the feistiest.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 12, 2019
Miranda Lambert is one of the feistiest and most accomplished live performers in country music.
From New York Times ● Feb. 20, 2018
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