sprightly

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Ms. Lewin has written a sprightly account of writers’ rooms on both sides of the Atlantic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Teenage star Yamal underwhelmed in last week's defeat by Real Madrid after coming back from a groin issue, but looked more sprightly against Elche.

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

The sprightly 72-year-old is a familiar and much-loved figure in the neighbourhood.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025

The current Senate Democratic leader, Chuck Schumer, is a sprightly 74.

From Salon • Aug. 9, 2025

The armed forces were there to uphold the democratic process, and all was peaceful on a spring day more sprightly and sunny than usual.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende