spunky

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Key of Dee was an occasional revelation -- spunky, listenable, and clever.

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  1. adjective Informal Spirited; plucky.

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  • Petite and pert and spunky, a slim athletic figure, short blond hair, and blue eyes. —  DarklyDreamingDexter
  • Key of Dee was an occasional revelation -- spunky, listenable, and clever. —  Pitchfork: Latest News
  • She has a much better memory than I do -- spunky and deserves to keep her subarachnoid space. —  theHeart.org
  • Yes Palin is attractive, spunky, an energetic communicator and extraordinarily confident. —  BV on Sports
  • She's spunky, bold, fun, independent, and assertive. —  race42008.com
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